Jenna Dewan subtly acknowledged Nicole Kidman following the announcement that her divorce from Channing Tatum has been finalized after six years. Dewan is embracing a new chapter in her life after wrapping up her six-year-long divorce negotiations with Tatum on September 25. The 43-year-old actress marked the occasion by hinting at another well-known divorce. The day after her divorce was finalized, Dewan posted a 2001 photo of Nicole Kidman, showing relief after signing her divorce papers from Tom Cruise, on her Instagram Story. Additionally, she shared an Instagram slideshow on September 25, filled with selfies, family moments, nature, and video calls, captioning the post with “Thank you universe” and a prayer hands emoji. The carousel featured photos of her fiancé, Steve Kazee, their children Callum, 4, and Rhiannon, 3 months, and a few pictures of her and Tatum’s daughter Everly, 11. The post also included a quote: “My happiness is a direct reflection of my faith in the universe.” As per their divorce agreement, Dewan and Tatum both waived spousal support and agreed to resolve any future custody disputes privately through a judge, as reported by E! News. Their proceedings faced delays earlier this year due to disagreements about Tatum’s earnings from the Magic Mike franchise. Dewan accused Tatum of diverting profits into an irrevocable trust and transferring licensing rights without informing her, which Tatum denied, accusing Dewan of using “delay tactics.” The divorce finalization arrived just months before a trial concerning the financial disputes was set to commence. Dewan has previously discussed the learning curve of co-parenting with Tatum, emphasizing that it’s been an evolving process. She told People in June, “You adapt to how life is presenting itself to you… Kids always come first.” In an interview at the Baby2Baby Mother’s Day celebration in April 2024, she shared her parenting approach, focusing on allowing her children to be themselves and guiding them gently. She noted the reflective nature of their relationship, describing it as a beautiful and growing bond.
Dewan also spoke to Women’s Health in July 2018 about the empowering experience of motherhood, emphasizing that becoming a mother does not negate one’s sexuality. She praised her daughter Everly’s unique fashion choices in a 2017 interview with People, highlighting her confidence and individuality. Dewan stressed the importance of building her daughter’s self-confidence from a young age to prepare her for external influences.
In an October 2019 interview with Us Weekly, Dewan expressed how motherhood empowered her, making her feel capable of handling any challenge. She announced her pregnancy with Steve Kazee on Instagram in September 2019, celebrating the expansion of their family. Dewan also discussed how her priorities shifted after Everly’s birth, leading her to be more selective about work to ensure she spent ample time with her daughter.
In her 2019 book, Gracefully You: Finding Beauty and Balance in the Everyday, Dewan reflected on her anxieties about dating post-divorce, particularly concerning her daughter’s attachment and reactions to new relationships. She shared an emotional Instagram post before Everly’s fifth birthday, expressing her love and admiration for her daughter.
Dewan and Everly take Halloween seriously, with Everly choosing two costumes for the holiday in 2019—an angel for the day and a peacock for the night, showing her excitement and creativity.