Blake Lively and Hugh Jackman star in Baz Luhrmann’s Vogue shoot

Blake Lively and Hugh Jackman star in Baz Luhrmann’s glamorous Vogue shoot, showcasing Old Hollywood allure.

Blake Lively and Hugh Jackman have teamed up for a Vogue photoshoot directed by Baz Luhrmann. The feature, titled "The Heist of the Heart," showcases Lively as "The Cat," a glamorous jewel thief, and Jackman as the mysterious L’Ombre. The shoot, styled by Tonne Goodman and photographed by Felix Kunze, is highlighted in Vogue’s September 2024 issue.

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Lively, known for her roles in "Gossip Girl" and "The Age of Adaline," shared her excitement about working with Luhrmann. "I’m just gonna go out on a limb and say Baz is my favorite director," she stated. Despite her initial reluctance to do photoshoots, Lively agreed to this one because of her admiration for Luhrmann’s work. She described the experience as transformative, saying, "Because it was Baz and we turned it into a multi-hour photo shoot with hair dryers becoming wind machines."

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Jackman, who wore a Ralph Lauren Purple Label suit for the shoot, praised Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, as "old-school megawatt stars." He commented on Lively’s versatility, noting her ability to seamlessly transition from a relaxed, family-oriented persona to a dazzling movie star. "It’s someone who is comfortable in their own skin," he explained. "She’s walking around in pajamas and then five minutes later—it’s Elizabeth Taylor!"

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The photoshoot captures the essence of Old Hollywood glamour, with Lively donning luxurious outfits, including a Michael Kors Collection dress and Cartier High Jewelry necklace. The narrative built around her character was inspired by her performance in "A Simple Favor," which Luhrmann described as having "a quality in her, wanting to see her play something that you don’t immediately associate with her body of work."

The collaboration reflects Lively’s creative enthusiasm and Jackman’s enduring star power. Luhrmann emphasized the importance of play and authenticity in their work, stating, "A movie star projects light. They’re more luminous in a scene or on the screen."