Hugh Jackman surprises Galgorm staff as hospitality group celebrates major year of growth
One of Northern Ireland’s biggest hospitality employers has rewarded hundreds of staff with a major gala celebration after another year of expansion — with a surprise video message from Hollywood star Hugh Jackman becoming one of the highlights of the night.
Around 450 employees from across Galgorm Collection gathered at Galgorm Resort for the company’s annual black-tie gala ball, held to recognise staff contribution following what the business described as another strong year of growth.
One of the biggest moments of the evening came when Australian actor Hugh Jackman appeared in a specially recorded video message played during the event.
Jackman, best known for playing PT Barnum in The Greatest Showman, thanked and praised the Galgorm team after previously staying in the River Maine Suite at Galgorm Resort last year.
The video tied into the evening’s “Greatest Show” theme and drew a strong reaction from staff attending the event.
The appearance of the internationally recognised actor added an unexpected celebrity touch to a celebration focused largely on recognising local workers behind one of Northern Ireland’s fastest-growing hospitality brands.