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Megan Howe

Kate Hudson stuns as she attends London premiere of new movie with Hugh Jackman

Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman lit up the red carpet at the London premiere of their new film Song Sung Blue.

Hudson, 46, was perfectly on-theme, dazzling in a shimmering light-blue lace gown. The dress featured an intricate all-over floral pattern with beading, while its sheer detailing added a soft, romantic touch to the look. She paired the dress with nude heels and minimal makeup.

Jackman, 57, kept things effortlessly suave in an all-black suit. The pair were joined by fellow cast and production members on the red carpet.

The London premiere of the biographical film — set for release on January 1 next year — took place at Picturehouse Central in Piccadilly Circus on Friday night.

Fisher Stevens, Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson and Craig Brewer at the London premiere of Song Sung Blue (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

The American actress stars as Claire Sardina in the upcoming musical drama about two down-on-their-luck performers as they form a Neil Diamond tribute band.

The plot follows their relationship, from their meet-cute to their marriage, and their journey building the band. It chronicles both the highs of their musical partnership and the lows, including a devastating accident that threatens their dreams.

Jackman revealed on The Graham Norton Show last week that the 84-year-old New York–born singer cried when he watched the film.

Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman at the Song Sung Blue premiere in London (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

Asked what it was like impersonating a real person who in turn was impersonating a real person, Jackman said: “It was confusing, but I had to sort of lose myself as a performer to become Mike and for Mike to become Neil. It was awesome.”

Jackman added: “Neil rang me crying because he was so moved by the movie. I went to meet him and actually stayed the night.

“It was so great, when at dinner time, he suggested karaoke. We sang, I Dreamed A Dream from Les Mis, Can’t Help Falling in Love, and Sweet Caroline. It was wonderful.”

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