Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jenna Dewan
Discover the career path of Jenna Dewan, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Jenna Dewan is an American actress and dancer who began her career as a backup dancer for prominent artists like Janet Jackson. She gained recognition for her starring role as Nora Clark in the 2006 film Step Up. Dewan has since appeared in various television series, including The Playboy Club, American Horror Story: Asylum, Witches of East End (as Freya Beauchamp), and Supergirl and Superman & Lois (as Lucy Lane). She has hosted reality shows such as World of Dance and Flirty Dancing, and served as a judge on Come Dance with Me. Currently, she stars as Bailey Nune in ABC's The Rookie and had a recurring role in FOX's The Resident.
2000: Appearance in Janet Jackson's Music Video
In 2000, Jenna Dewan first appeared in Janet Jackson's "Doesn't Really Matter" music video, marking an early stage in her career.
2001: Participation in Janet Jackson's Tour
In 2001, Jenna Dewan participated in Janet Jackson's "All for You" video and tour, gaining valuable experience.
2006: Co-starred in Step Up and Take the Lead
In 2006, Jenna Dewan co-starred with Channing Tatum in Step Up and also starred in Take the Lead in the same year, marking two prominent roles in her career.
2006: Starred in Step Up
In 2006, Jenna Dewan gained recognition for her role as Nora Clark in the film Step Up, marking a significant point in her acting career.
August 2008: Starred in Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal
In August 2008, Jenna Dewan starred in the Lifetime film Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal, portraying Coach Emma Carr.
November 2009: Appeared in American Virgin
In November 2009, Jenna Dewan appeared in the comedy American Virgin alongside Rob Schneider.
2010: Premiere of Earth Made of Glass
In 2010, Earth Made of Glass, a documentary produced by Jenna Dewan's company, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
March 2011: Cast in The Playboy Club Pilot
In March 2011, Jenna Dewan was cast in the NBC pilot for The Playboy Club.
May 2011: NBC Picks Up The Playboy Club
In May 2011, NBC picked up The Playboy Club for a full season, featuring Jenna Dewan.
October 2011: The Playboy Club Cancelled
In October 2011, due to low ratings, NBC cancelled The Playboy Club after airing only three episodes.
November 2011: Starred in The Jerk Theory
In November 2011, Jenna Dewan starred in the film The Jerk Theory, which was first released in Germany in 2009 and later in the United States.
September 14, 2012: Release of 10 Years
On September 14, 2012, the romantic-comedy film 10 Years, in which Jenna Dewan appeared alongside her then-husband Channing Tatum, was released.
2013: Starred in Witches of East End
In 2013, Jenna Dewan began starring in the Lifetime series Witches of East End as Freya Beauchamp.
2015: Recurring Role in Supergirl
In late 2015, Jenna Dewan began a recurring role in the CBS/CW series Supergirl as Lucy Lane.
2016: Modeled for Danskin
In 2016, Jenna Dewan modeled as the face of dancewear manufacturer Danskin, showcasing her athleticism as a dancer.
2022: Starred in Let's Get Physical
In 2022, Jenna Dewan starred in and executive produced the Lifetime film Let's Get Physical, based on the story of Zumba instructor Alexis Wright.
