Hugh Jackman becomes Guinness record holder

Actor Hugh Jackman has fulfilled his dream of becoming a Guinness World Records holder by being feted with the honour for having the Longest Career as a Live Action Marvel Superhero. “The Wolverine” star received the honour during a surprise presentation on British TV show “This Morning” on Wednesday, reports aceshowbiz.com.

Jackman, who has played the character for 16 years and 228 days, shares the honour with his “X-Men” castmate Sir Patrick Stewart, who has portrayed Professor Charles Xavier (Professor X) for the same amount of time. “When I was a kid, the Guinness Book of Records was it...

That’s it, I’ve made it! This is why I got into showbiz, thank you,” he said. During a recent radio interview, the Australian star said he was hoping the success of his “The Greatest Showman” soundtrack would land him in the record books.