Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson's new film 'Song Sung Blue' is stirring up family drama. The movie, based on a real-life tribute band couple, has drawn sharp criticism from the late performer's son, who labels the stars 'monsters' for ignoring his input. He claims the story is full of lies and plans to sue.
Oh honey, the tea is scalding on this one! Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson thought they were serving heartfelt vibes in 'Song Sung Blue,' the flick about the '80s and '90s Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline tribute band Lightning & Thunder. But enter Michael Sardina Jr., son of the late Mike Sardina, who's not buying the Hollywood glow-up. 😤
Michael Jr. is fuming to the Daily Mail, saying his dad would be “rolling in his grave right now” over the portrayal. “Everybody thinks it’s such a wonderful film, it’s so touching. It’s all lies,” he spilled. “And it steals all the hard work that my father put in his entire life…” Oof, talk about shade!
He straight-up calls Hugh and Kate “monsters” for ghosting him during production—no calls, no mentions on the press tour, nada. “Every interview that those monsters have been on national television don’t even mention my existence at all, even though I was the most prevalent force in my father’s life... because I’m his only son,” Michael Jr. vented. He even suggests they could've hit up director Craig Brewer for the real scoop. Meanwhile, Claire Sardina, the real-life inspiration and ex-stepmom, showed face at the New York premiere, all smiles. 💅
Sister Angelina's backing him up, admitting the only truth in the movie is “the love between my dad and Claire.” But the rest? “A beautiful story, but that’s not how it went down. And I guess that’s what’s upsetting because it’s a lie.” Fact check: The film says Mike Sr. died of heart issues, but nope—complications from a brain bleed after a home fall.
Michael Jr. isn't stopping at complaints; he's gearing up for a lawsuit against the production company, demanding “vindication” and “retribution” from NBCUniversal and crew. “I want the true story out there... with truth, with dignity,” he declared, calling out Claire, Rachel, and Dayna for cashing in on his dad's legacy. Messy family civil war, anyone? So, will this blockbuster get buried under legal drama, or is it just the plot twist we didn't see coming? 🔥
