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'Song Sung Blue' Director Details Neil Diamond's Reaction ...

Neil Diamond gifted Hugh Jackman a signed guitar with a personal message after Jackman starred in the Milwaukee-based tribute film Song Sung Blue.

  • On Jan. 4, Hugh Jackman, actor, posted on Instagram that he unzipped a guitar case and discovered an acoustic guitar signed by Neil Diamond, reacting with shock and gratitude.
  • Released on December 25, the film Song Sung Blue is based on the true story of Milwaukee tribute band Lightning & Thunder, and Neil Diamond called Jackman after watching it to praise the movie.
  • On camera, Hugh Jackman inspected the guitar inscription addressed to him, swiped at Neil Diamond's autograph, then embraced the guitar while sharing a photo of Diamond holding it with a thumbs-up.
  • The film has already recouped its $30,000,000 production budget, grossing $25,000,000 in North America and $30,000,000 worldwide, with a $12,000,000 four-day opening and awards traction.
  • Fans responded enthusiastically as they praised Hugh Jackman receiving a treasured present from Neil Diamond, while Jackman has called moments with Diamond career highlights and the gift has boosted publicity during the film's awards-season run.
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