Hugh Jackman turned a promotional stop for his new film Song Sung Blue into an unforgettable live moment at Landmark Lanes, leaving fans cheering after an impromptu duet with real-life musician Claire Sardina on the classic Neil Diamond hit “Sweet Caroline.”
The scene unfolded during an after-party event connected to Song Sung Blue, the musical drama based on the Milwaukee husband-and-wife tribute duo Lightning & Thunder that Jackman and Kate Hudson portray in the movie. What was meant to be a relaxed gathering quickly turned into a spontaneous sing-along when Jackman invited Claire Sardina — the original “Thunder” — to the stage with the local band playing.
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Fans erupted as Jackman and Sardina launched into the familiar chorus, encouraging everyone present to join in on the beloved anthem. The moment celebrated not only the energy of “Sweet Caroline” but also the connection between the film’s stars and the real-life music that inspired the story.
For many in the room, watching Jackman share the mic with Sardina brought the spirit of the film full circle — not just celebrating the movie’s release but honoring the musical legacy at its heart.
