Hugh Jackman jumps into random person’s car to flee fan frenzy in NYC, Internet calls it 'craziest thing'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: In a scene straight out of an action movie, Hugh Jackman was caught on camera making a swift escape into a random car after being swarmed by fans outside New York City's Minetta Lane Theatre.
The dramatic moment unfolded on Tuesday, June 17, shortly after the actor wrapped a matinee performance of his off-Broadway play, and it was a couple of quick-thinking passersby who came to his rescue to escape an overwhelming crowd of fans.
hugh jackman hailing a random car like a cab and hopping into it with strangers is the craziest funniest thing i've ever seen 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/S0O04WXv4a
— déia (@partygirlu2) June 18, 2025
Hugh Jackman makes a quick getaway from fan frenzy in NYC
On Tuesday, Hugh Jackman, 56, was spotted outside Radio City Music Hall, where he is set to headline his ‘From New York With Love’ concert this Friday.
The moment he appeared, a swarm of ecstatic fans surrounded him, eager for autographs and selfies. Ever the gentleman, Jackman flashed his signature smile, happily engaging with the crowd and signing items while exchanging cheerful banter.

After several minutes, he politely thanked the fans and attempted to slip away, picking up his pace as he walked down the sidewalk. But the growing crowd wasn’t ready to let him go.
More admirers rushed toward him, pleading for photos. Jackman obliged, still smiling, though it gradually shifted from relaxed to slightly strained, as he continued moving while posing for snapshots.
Finally, faced with an unrelenting wave of attention, the ‘X-Men’ star took matters into his own hands. He flagged down a passing car, leaned in, and casually asked the driver, “How you doing, brother? Where you going?”
When the man replied, “Sixth Avenue,” Jackman didn’t hesitate and said, “Let’s go,” hopping into the back seat and making a swift getaway from the fan frenzy, as per Just Jared.
Internet reacts to Hugh Jackman hopping into a random car to escape from massive crowd
As footage of Hugh Jackman jumping into a stranger’s car to escape an overwhelming crowd of fans in New York City went viral, social media buzzed with reactions to the actor’s unexpected getaway.
One person exclaimed, “HOW LUCKY THEY ARE RIGHT???? I wouldn’t believe myself 🤯🤣🤣🤣.”
Another said, “I really wanna know how his brain works 😆.”
One individual remarked, “Wait whatttt😭🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
A commenter wrote, “When in doubt, hitch a ride preferably with the paparazzi watching.”
When in doubt, hitch a ride preferably with the paparazzi watching
— celebrityneeded (@celebrityneeded) June 18, 2025
Someone else noted, “lmaooo no way!! This man was done and ready to head out.😭”
lmaooo no way!! This man was done and ready to head out.😭
— Sophie. ⎊ (@hughfreakman) June 19, 2025
A person who shared the video wrote, “Hugh Jackman hailing a random car like a cab and hopping into it with strangers is the craziest funniest thing i've ever seen
hugh jackman hailing a random car like a cab and hopping into it with strangers is the craziest funniest thing i've ever seen 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/S0O04WXv4a
— déia (@partygirlu2) June 18, 2025
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