Channing Tatum’s estranged wife Jenna Dewan officially files for divorce weeks after it’s revealed actor is dating Jessie J
Channing and Jenna shocked their fans six months ago when they announced their split
CHANNING Tatum's estranged wife Jenna Dewan as officially filed for divorce six months after the superstar couple announced their shock split.
Earlier this month it was widely reported Channing, 38, has been dating singer Jessie J with the pair spotted hanging out at gigs.
Step Up star Jenna, 37, submitted divorce papers yesterday afternoon in Los Angeles citing irreconcilable differences, reports .
The publication states that Jenna has asked for joint legal and physical custody of their daughter Everly Elizabeth Maiselle Tatum, five.
Jenna has requested spousal and child support and wants her name officially restored to Jenna Dewan.
Shortly after Jenna filed, Channing submitted his response in which he also asked for joint custody.
on the set of Step Up in 2006.
In 2009 they got married at Church Estates Vineyards in Malibu, California.
Jenna started her career as a backing dancer for Janet Jackson and has starred in various films including the romcom 10 Years which was produced by Channing in 2012.
In April Jenna announced that the couple were divorcing after nine years of marriage via an Instagram post.
She wrote: "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."
She 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."
The Magic Mike actor has reportedly been seeing Jessie, 30, for a few months, according to .
He has been spotted at Price Tag star Jessie's concerts in Seattle and Salt Lake City.
And the two were also seen at a mini golf course, according to reports on social media.
MOST READ IN TV & SHOWBIZ
One user said: “Lol they were hella nice. Jessie came down and I was shook and then when I went to get them to play, Channing turned around and I was like [wide-eyed emoji].
"We hugged and got a pic and then I got to hear Jessie singing 'somebody to love' with the radio at the end of the course.”
An insider told People that their relationship is "new, casual and they're having fun together."
Jessie, who hails from London, is currently on her world tour R.O.S.E. after releasing her album of the same title in May.
We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at [email protected] or call 0207 782 4368 . You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. We pay for videos too. Click here to upload yours.