Hugh Jackman plays 'Wolverine' in the movies, and he's become a big Michigan fan. The actor, currently starring in the critically acclaimed 'Logan' as Wolverine, gave John Beilein's team a shoutout via twitter following U-M's Big Ten Championship run.
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Jackman actually attended the 2013 Final Four and gave encouragement to the Wolverines then, too.
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The seven seed Wolverines open NCAA Tournament play Friday against Oklahoma State in Indianapolis.
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