Channing Tatum waited some time before introducing his 12-year-old daughter, Everly, to his new girlfriend, model Inka Williams, reflecting his protective nature as a father. Since the actor and Williams were publicly linked this past April, the decision to delay their meeting was deliberate and thoughtful.
Background on Channing Tatum and His Family
Tatum shares Everly with his ex-wife Jenna Dewan, whom he was married to from 2009 until their separation in 2019. Their co-parenting has continued as Tatum manages both his career demands and his role in Everly’s life.
The First Public Appearance Together
On Tuesday, Tatum attended the Los Angeles premiere of his new animated project, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, accompanied by both Everly and Williams. The actor wore a stylish navy double-breasted suit with a white T-shirt and patent leather shoes, while Williams was seen in a sparkling strapless gown paired with diamond drop earrings. Everly matched the elegance with a ruffled, periwinkle strapless dress.
Channing Tatum’s Comments on Fatherhood and His Work
Tatum expressed the joy of earning “cool dad points” with Everly through his role in the English dub of the popular Japanese animated movie. Despite appearing in many films, he shared with E! News that his daughter is not easily impressed by his career achievements.
“She has seen tons of them,”
Channing said.
“She’s like, ‘Whatever, I don’t wanna see those.’ She acts like she doesn’t care.”
—Channing Tatum, Actor
Everly’s reaction to Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, however, seemed more enthusiastic, highlighting her special connection with her father.
The Special Bond Between Father and Daughter
Channing has referred to Everly as
“the most brilliant magical being that I have ever known”
and described her as his “greatest teacher” in the dedication section of his first children‘s book, The One and Only Sparkella. This admiration underscores the deep importance he places on his relationship with her.
Relationship Timeline and Recent Public Moments
Following his high-profile split from fiancée Zoë Kravitz last fall, Tatum and Inka Williams became romantically linked in April. Their gradual introduction to Everly culminated in their shared red carpet debut, signaling a significant step in blending personal and family life.
