Channing Tatum

Channing Matthew Tatum was born on April 26, 1980, in Cullman, Alabama, USA. He grew up in the rural area of Pascagoula, Mississippi. As a child, Channing struggled with attention deficit disorder (ADD) and dyslexia, which made school challenging for him. He excelled in athletics and played football, soccer, running, baseball, and kung fu, which provided him a scholarship to Glenville State College.

Channing Tatum gained widespread recognition for his role as Tyler Gage in the dance film 'Step Up', released on February 10, 2006. The film was a commercial success and introduced Tatum to a broader audience. His performance was praised for its energy and charisma, and the movie's success helped propel him into further leading roles in Hollywood.

Channing Tatum married actress Jenna Dewan on July 24, 2009, whom he met on the set of 'Step Up' where they played lead roles together. Their relationship was often a topic of public interest due to their on-screen chemistry and subsequent real-life romance, becoming one of Hollywood's admired couples. They had one daughter together before eventually separating in 2018.

'Magic Mike', released on June 29, 2012, is a film loosely based on Channing Tatum's own experiences as a male stripper. Tatum starred in the title role, and the film was both a critical and commercial success, launching a franchise and further establishing Tatum as a versatile actor. The film was directed by Steven Soderbergh and received praise for its wit and choreography.

'White House Down', released on June 28, 2013, is an action film starring Channing Tatum alongside Jamie Foxx. Tatum plays a U.S. Capitol Police officer and the film received mixed reviews but was recognized for its action sequences and Tatum's performance. Despite not being a major box office hit, it further solidified Tatum's reputation as a leading man in action films.

On June 14, 2014, '22 Jump Street' was released, a sequel to '21 Jump Street', featuring Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill as undercover cops. The film was a critical and commercial success, praised for its humor and the chemistry between Tatum and Hill. It further established Tatum's comedic prowess, showing his ability to balance action with humor effectively.

The sequel to 'Magic Mike', titled 'Magic Mike XXL', was released on July 1, 2015. Channing Tatum returned to star as 'Magic Mike', and the film continued to explore the world of male strippers. Though it didn't match the critical acclaim of the first film, it was popular with audiences and praised for its humor and dance sequences.

Channing Tatum hosted an episode of 'Saturday Night Live' on February 28, 2016. His charisma and comedic timing were well-received, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer and ability to engage with live audiences. The episode featured several skits that highlighted Tatum's strengths as a performer, earning him praise and further endearing him to the public.

On November 10, 2017, Channing Tatum launched a vodka brand called 'Born and Bred'. Partnering with the Grand Teton Distillery from Idaho, the brand aims to create a high-quality, American-made vodka. Tatum has been involved in the brand's promotion, utilizing his star power to appeal to a broader market. The launch marked Tatum's venture into the business world, expanding beyond his acting career.

Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan announced their separation on April 2, 2018, after nearly nine years of marriage. The couple released a joint statement emphasizing mutual love and respect, taking tabloids and fans by surprise. Despite their split, they emphasized co-parenting their daughter, Everly, remaining in each other's lives while pursuing separate personal and professional paths.