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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.

Jackman actually attended the 2013 Final Four and gave encouragement to the Wolverines then, too.

The seven seed Wolverines open NCAA Tournament play Friday against Oklahoma State in Indianapolis.

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