Jenna Dewan accuses Channing Tatum of blocking access to 'Magic Mike' profits in divorce battle

Jenna Dewan, the ex-wife of Channing Tatum, is accusing the actor of hindering their divorce proceedings by refusing to provide information about the profits generated by the 'Magic Mike' franchise, according to exclusive court documents obtained by In Touch.

Dewan, 43, stated she requested that Tatum, 44, hand over documents detailing his 'Magic Mike' legal and business activities during their marriage. The couple separated in 2018 and have since reached a custody agreement for their daughter, Everly. However, they have been unable to finalize the division of their community property.

Dewan asserts she is entitled to a 50 percent stake in Tatum's interest in the various 'Magic Mike' ventures, which include two sequels, a reality show, a live show in Las Vegas, and various brand deals stemming from the original 2012 film starring Tatum as a male stripper. Tatum acknowledges that Dewan deserves a share of the profits but disagrees with the 50 percent figure, claiming he invested additional time and money into the franchise after their separation.

As part of the divorce proceedings, Dewan requested access to extensive information about the 'Magic Mike' businesses to prepare for trial. However, Tatum has allegedly refused to comply, citing attorney-client privilege after hiring the same law firm that handled the franchise's legal matters during their marriage.

Dewan's lawyer argues that Tatum is using privilege to obstruct discovery and prevent the release of relevant evidence. The motion states that Tatum's recent association with the law firm, Glaser Weil, is a calculated move to suppress material documents related to the 'Magic Mike' business transactions.

Dewan's lawyer emphasizes that the 'Magic Mike' transactions during the marriage are crucial to the case, and Tatum cannot use privilege as a shield to withhold relevant evidence. Tatum has opposed the request to disqualify his lawyers and denies delaying discovery.

A judge has yet to rule on the matter, leaving the resolution of this contentious issue pending.