Hugh Jackman ambassador for something other than being handsome

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The Boy from Oz has teamed up with Australia’s national carrier to promote the lucky country on the global stage.

The award-winning actor has signed on the dotted line, becoming an official global ambassador for Qantas, and plans to work alongside the airline on community projects down under, with details to be released soon.

The man is an international superstar. He is one of the country’s most successful exports over to Tinseltown, and has a smashing career spanning 30 years, from his early days in “Correlli” right after his graduation from Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, to his recent stage and screen successes including the X-Men films, The Boy from Oz stage show, the film version of Les Misérables and the soon to be released fantasy film Pan.

Phew – what a CV!

Unsurprisingly, Australia’s golden boy said he was proud to become a Qantas Ambassador and was looking forward to teaming up with Qantas to highlight the best of what Australia has to offer.

“I travel a lot and like all Aussies, I get a buzz whenever I see the familiar red tail and the kangaroo logo, no matter where I am in the world,” Jackman said.

“Qantas is great airline with great people and represents the very best of our wonderful country.

“Qantas has always had a vital role in promoting Australia as a tourism destination and I’m looking forward to playing my part as we work together to showcase our amazing cities, landscapes and experiences in the US, Asia and beyond.”

“What I also love about Qantas is the role it plays in the community. It’s inspiring to see an Australian company stand up for causes that make a difference and I know it’s something that the Qantas team and its employees are really passionate about.

“The Qantas projects I will be getting involved with will create opportunities for Australians to learn, to work and to reach their potential. I will also be working directly with Qantas employees to build on the fantastic community work they already do and I can’t wait to get started later this year.”

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce said the airline was thrilled to welcome Hugh Jackman in to the Qantas family as an ambassador.

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