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Who is Jenna Dewan, when did she split from ex-husband Channing Tatum and what movies has the Step Up actress starred in?

JENNA Dewan announced in April 2018 her shock split from husband Channing Tatum.

Here's everything you need to know about the Hollywood actress.

 Jenna Dewan started her career as a backing dancer for Janet Jackson
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Jenna Dewan started her career as a backing dancer for Janet JacksonCredit: Rex Features

Who is Jenna Dewan?

Jenna Dewan, 37, is a Hollywood actress from Hartford, Connecticut.

She started her career as a backing dancer for Janet Jackson and has worked with various artists including Pink, Missy Elliott and Christina Aguilera.

Her father Darryll Dewan was a running back in the 1972 Notre Dame American football team.

Jenna's surname is Arabic since her father is of Lebanese and Polish descent.

 Jenna Dewan married Channing Tatum in 2009
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Jenna Dewan married Channing Tatum in 2009Credit: Splash News

What movies has Jenna Dewan starred in?

Jenna is best known for her role as Nora Clark in the 2006 dance film Step Up.

It was on the set of this movie that she met her future husband Channing Tatum.

She has also starred in the film Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal and the NBC series The Playboy Club.

In 2012 she appeared in the romcom 10 years which was produced by Channing.

In 2015 she also had a recurring role as Lucy Lane (Lois' sister) in the CBS series Supergirl.

Jenna starred in American medical drama, The Resident, as Julian Lynn, a savvy medical device rep in 2018.

 Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum in Step Up, 2006
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Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum in Step Up, 2006Credit: Buena Vista

When did Jenna Dewan marry Channing Tatum and do they have any children?

Jenna married Channing Tatum in 2009 at Church Estates Vineyards in Malibu, California.

They have a daughter Everly, born May 2013.

In her Instagram post Jenna said that they would continue to be "loving dedicated parents" despite their divorce.

Jenna previously dated Justin Timberlake and Salem actor Shane West.

 Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum
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Jenna Dewan and Channing TatumCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Why is Jenna Dewan divorcing from Channing Tatum?

Jenna and Channing released a joint statement on Instagram announcing their divorce.

The post read: "We have lovingly chosen to separate as a couple.

"We fell deeply in love so many years ago and have had a magical journey together."

They added: "There are no secrets nor salacious events at the root of our decision — just two best friends realising it’s time to take some space and help each other live the most joyous, fulfilled lives as possible."

What is Jenna Dewan's net worth?

Jenna's net worth is reportedly $6million.

By comparison, her soon to be ex-husband Channing's net worth is quoted at $60million.

According to the website Celebrity Net Worth he earned $21million alone for Magic Mike XXL which was released in 2015.

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