Channing Tatum has fans buzzing as he drops big surprise

Channing Tatum’s latest announcement sends fans into meltdown

By Maryam Nadeem January 21, 2026
Channing Tatum has fans buzzing as he drops big surprise
Channing Tatum has fans buzzing as he drops big surprise

Channing Tatum has fans buzzing with thrilling news about his latest project.

The 45-year-old actor is heating up New York City this October with Magic Mike Live, promising the ultimate girls’ night out filled with jaw-dropping dance moves.

The live show, created and directed by Tatum, is co-directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Alison Faulk, with Luke Broadlick as choreographer and associate director.

Leading the NYC cast is the dazzling Sebastian Melo Taivera as Mike, ready to bring the big-screen favourite to life in a sizzling 90-minute production.

“This all started as a crazy idea 10 years ago, and look at it now,” Tatum told Playbill. 

The concept began with a secret confession booth in Midtown Manhattan, where women shared what they truly wanted, not just in a show, but in life. 

Their insights shaped the Magic Mike Live shows in Vegas, London, and across the globe.

Roofman actor even surprised fans with free tickets during his TODAY Show appearance. 

“I’m so excited to be back here in New York, where everything started for me,” he gushed.

It's woth noting that the performances will kick off on October 8 at a custom-built venue on 268 West 47th Street, with the grand opening on October 22. 

RELATED: Channing Tatum paused daughter’s teacher chat to answer prison Call