‘Our unending respect’: Hugh Jackman and his son Oscar lay flowers in front of World War I monument for Memorial Day in NYC
Hugh Jackman and his son Oscar took time out of their day on Monday to honor fallen soldiers on Memorial Day.
The Wolverine star and his 20-year-old son were pictured buying flowers in New York City, before placing them in front The Abingdon Square Memorial, also known as the Abingdon Square Doughboy, which is in memory of local men who fought in World War I.
The inscription on the monument reads, ‘Erected by popular subscription in honor of the brave men who went forth from this neighborhood to join the Armed Forces of the United States during the World War.’
Paying respect: Actor Hugh Jackman and his son Oscar were pictured laying flowers in front of a World War I monument in New York City on Memorial Day
Hugh, 51, appeared to be taking a moment of silence with Oscar, as they both stood by the memorial.
He posted on Instagram earlier on Monday with the caption: ‘Our unending respect to the men and women of the military. #memorialday’
Meanwhile, the actor has recently been using his time self-isolating in New York to help others in need.
After becoming an ambassador of mental health organisation Gotcha4Life in 2017, the actor has recently been hosting secret web seminars to promote ‘messages of connection and conversation’ through the charity.
Good man: Hugh posted this shot on Instagram earlier in the day paying respect for Memorial Day
‘I’ve learned so much from being on the board and we are planning on more of those talks,’ Hugh told News Corp Australia of his passion to help people.
Gotcha4Life was founded in 2017 by Gus Worland, Hugh’s best friend.
‘Gus has been incredible … [mental health] is something we really need to pay attention to in the world and Australia, a lot,’ added Hugh.
Tribute: Hugh and his son picked up flowers in NYC on Monday
On their way: The father son duo were spotted heading to the site
‘Our need to look after each other, not just financially and physically, but mentally is a priority. There’s a lot of loneliness out there and this only adds to that.’
Hugh urged fans to take care of their mental health on Instagram in April, as he promoted Gotcha4Life and the great work they do.
‘I’ve been a board member since @Gotcha4Life was created,’ began Hugh.
Memorial Day: Hugh, 51, appeared to be taking a moment of silence with Oscar, 20, as they both stood by the memorial.
‘It’s extremely important that we pay attention to our mental health. Now more than ever. Please contact your family, friends and neighbours. A call could save a life.’
Hugh, wife Deborra-Lee Furness and their children, Oscar and Ava, were in Melbourne when COVID-19 was declared a pandemic in March.
They initially flew there from New York on a work trip as Deborra-Lee directed several episodes of Neighbours. They then returned to America after just four days.
‘No one really knew what was going on… it was all a bit of a shock,’ said Hugh after being advised to return to his American home before the boarders closed.
Hero: Meanwhile, the actor has been using his time self-isolating in New York to help others in need.