Legal peace for Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum in 'Magic Mike' row
Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum have finally reached an agreement following a protracted court battle over the rights to millions generated by the "Magic Mike" films. This marks the end of their six-year-long divorce proceedings. The actress shared a picture that speaks volumes about her feelings, featuring another notable star.
The dispute between Dewan and Tatum lingered for years. The former couple clashed over intellectual property rights and the distribution of profits from the successful "Magic Mike" franchise. While the agreement's specifics remain undisclosed, both parties have signed a binding court judgment resolving the conflict. Consequently, the trial scheduled for December has been cancelled.
Since announcing their separation in 2018, Jenna and Channing have communicated through their lawyers. The couple swiftly agreed on caring for their daughter, Everly, who is now 11 years old. Both have moved on with their lives: Dewan got engaged to actor Steve Kazee, with whom she has two children, while Tatum became involved with actress and director Zoë Kravitz.
Expressive reaction of Dewan
The main contention in the conflict was the "Magic Mike" franchise, which drew on Tatum's experiences as a stripper. Dewan argued that the project's revenues were funded with their joint finances during their 10-year marriage. The franchise includes two sequels, the HBO reality show "Finding Magic Mike," and live performances in Las Vegas.
Dewan's lawyer, Samantha Spector, claimed in court documents that Tatum's legal team "deprived Jenna of a fair and equal division of community property." In response, Tatum maintained in court documents that Dewan had full access to their financial records during and after the marriage. His lawyer, Jacqueline Combs, added that most revenues from "Magic Mike" were generated post-separation.
While the settlement terms are unknown, Dewan's reaction to the conclusion of the legal battle and the divorce is evident. She posted a photograph of Nicole Kidman from 2001, which has become a popular meme. The picture shows Kidman joyfully leaping in the street, celebrating her divorce from Tom Cruise. Dewan's choice of this image clearly reflects her own sense of liberation.
