While Hugh Jackman is still working to maintain his Wolverine transformation as “Deadpool 3” resumes production, the actor has been prepping for the role for a decent bit of time. In fact, there was previously an incident in which his work to regain Wolverine’s physique interfered with another important role.
During an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jackman revealed that part of his bulk-up regimen necessitated him eating anywhere from 4,500 to 6,000 calories a day. Unfortunately, the performer’s dietary change happened to coincide with his stint as Harold Hill in the Broadway play “The Music Man,” leading to some awkward wardrobe malfunctions. “I’m sorry for the audiences in the front row, I’m sorry for my cast, I’m sorry for my wife, it was not pretty,” Jackman said. “I split my pants three times.”
With work continuing on “Deadpool 3” in order to make its premiere date of July 26, 2024, it seems that Jackman’s other roles will have to account for his Wolverine physique for just a little while longer.
