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G’day, Mates! Let’s Have a Chinwag About Jenna Dewan
Alright, you lot, grab a cuppa and let’s have a yarn about Jenna Dewan. She’s the Hollywood star lighting up The Rookie Season 7, juggling a family with three little tackers, and somehow keeping it all together. Sounds like a bloody busy arvo, right? Jenna’s story is a ripper—she’s handling drama on screen, love off screen, and mum duties like a true blue legend. Let’s dive in and see how she’s doing it, Barefoot style.
On-Screen Chaos That’ll Keep You Glued
Jenna plays Bailey Nune on The Rookie, a firefighter who’s always in the thick of it. Season 7, which kicked off this year, has been a wild ride for Bailey and her on-screen hubby, John Nolan (played by Nathan Fillion). Things got messy from the get-go—Bailey’s dodgy ex, Jason, came back to stir up trouble. Here’s the twist: Jason’s played by Jenna’s real-life fiancé, Steve Kazee. Talk about keeping it in the family! Jason tried to take Bailey down after busting out of jail, but she sorted him out with some quick thinking—and a bit of help from Nolan. Spoiler: Jason didn’t make it, and the fallout’s been a bit of a mess. Fillion told TVLine that Bailey and Nolan’s high-stakes jobs are clashing with their dreams of having a bub. Jenna told Variety that Bailey’s starting to find her feet again, but the emotional scars are still there. Reckon we’ll see some big moments as she keeps fighting fires and feelings. Catch it on ABC, Tuesdays at 9 p.m.—it’s a cracker!
Real-Life Love That’s a Bloody Good Match
Playing opposite Steve Kazee must’ve been a weird gig for Jenna, but she loved it. She told Variety it was “a heap of fun” to go full throttle in their scenes—like when Jason tried to attack Bailey. “We felt safe to go there,” she said, because their real-life bond let them push the boundaries without any drama. Off-screen, these two are rock solid. They’ve been together since 2018, got engaged in 2020, and now have two little ones—Callum, who’s 4, and Rhiannon, born June 2024. Jenna’s also got Everly, her 11-year-old daughter with ex-hubby Channing Tatum. People reckon they’re the ultimate Hollywood power couple, balancing big careers with family life. Steve, a Tony-winning actor from Once, is a top bloke—always sharing cute family snaps, like Callum helping with Rhiannon’s nappy change. That’s teamwork, mate!
Working Mum Mode—She’s a Bloody Legend
Jenna’s a fair dinkum legend when it comes to juggling work and mum duties. Filming The Rookie while pregnant with Rhiannon was no walk in the park. She told Us Weekly the wardrobe team had to get creative—hiding her baby bump with props like Amazon packages and sneaky camera angles. After Rhiannon arrived, Jenna brought her to set for Season 7, breastfeeding between takes and keeping things ticking over. She gave a big shout-out to the Rookie producers for giving her breaks to cuddle her bub. “It’s a juggle, but worth it,” she said. On top of that, she’s been co-parenting Everly with Channing Tatum, her ex from Step Up days. In a 2024 chat with E! News, she said they’ve finally found a “great rhythm” after years of figuring it out. That’s the kind of teamwork I love to see—on set and at home.
Her Journey—From Step Up to Super Mum
Jenna’s come a fair way since her dancing days in Step Up back in 2006—that’s where she met Tatum, by the way. She’s carved out a cracking career in TV, with roles in Supergirl, The Resident, and now The Rookie, where she’s been a regular since Season 4. Her dance roots still shine—remember her hosting World of Dance with J.Lo a few years back? But it’s her knack for playing tough characters like Bailey, while keeping it real as a mum, that makes her a standout. She’s also big on wellness, sharing fitness tips and mindfulness tricks on Instagram to her 7 million followers. That’s a bloody big audience, and she’s making the most of it.
What’s Next for Jenna?
The Rookie is in full swing, and fans are on the edge of their seats to see if Bailey and Nolan can sort out their drama. Off-screen, I reckon we’ll see more family updates from Jenna—maybe Rhiannon’s first steps are on the horizon. She’s also hinted at new projects, telling Entertainment Tonight she’s keen to dive into producing in 2025. Good on her for keeping the momentum going.
Why It Matters
Jenna’s showing us how to handle the chaos—whether it’s on-screen villains or off-screen nappies—without breaking a sweat. She’s a master at keeping her life in check, and that’s something we can all take a leaf out of. Whether you’re a fan of The Rookie or just love a good story about balancing it all, Jenna’s proving you can do it with a bit of grit and a lot of heart. So, chuck on the telly, watch her in action, and take a moment to appreciate a true blue legend. You’ve got this, mate!