At nearly 85 years old, the music legend not only retains his refined taste but also possesses a unique magic, enough to turn a chance encounter into an unforgettable memory. Sources say the two also shared an impromptu karaoke moment, where laughter and music erased any generational gap. Not loud, not ostentatious — just a sincere gesture was enough to spread the story and pique fans’ curiosity: What did Neil Diamond write, and why was Hugh Jackman so speechless?
That moment arrived with Song Sung Blue, released in theaters on Christmas Day. While many expected a traditional biopic, the film took a more intimate route, focusing on the fictional Neil Diamond tribute band Thunder & Lightning and the lives intertwined with the music. Starring Hugh Jackman alongside Kate Hudson, the story centers on love, second chances, and the emotional pull of Diamond’s songs.
Behind the scenes, however, the project sparked something even more meaningful.
Jackman recently shared a video on Instagram revealing an unforgettable gift from Diamond himself. In the clip, the actor unwraps a six-string guitar and quickly realizes it’s signed. Scrawled across the instrument is a simple but powerful message:
“Hugh, Keep rocking! Your friend, Neil Diamond.”
