Jenna Dewan and Steve Kazee: Tracking the Progression of Their Relationship
Jenna Dewan and Steve Kazee's whirlwind romance: From their first meeting to expecting their first child together, explore the incredible journey of their love story through a timeline of unforgettable moments
Jenna Dewan and her fiancé, Steve Kazee, have a love that defies traditional timelines and continues to grow stronger. Their relationship was confirmed in October 2018, just six months after Dewan's split from her estranged husband, Channing Tatum. Dewan and Tatum were married for nine years and have a daughter named Everly together.
After almost a year of being in a relationship, it was confirmed by Us in September 2019 that the couple was anticipating the arrival of their first child. In March 2020, shortly after Kazee proposed, they happily welcomed their son Callum.
Following the birth, Dewan took to Instagram to express her overwhelming joy, stating, "And in an instant, our hearts were filled with an infinite love that knows no bounds. Welcome to the world, our precious little angel!"
Dewan and Kazee were in their third year of engagement when Dewan disclosed to Us that they were not rushing the wedding planning process, despite the persistent inquiries from their families. "We will reach that point eventually. I assure you, we're making progress," she playfully hinted in June 2023. "We have finalized the venue, so we have achieved a small milestone. However, life has been hectic, and work has been demanding."
Scroll down to revisit the journey of Dewan and Kazee's relationship!
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Jenna Dewan and Steve Kazee: A Timeline of Their Relationship
Jenna Dewan's romance with fiancé Steve Kazee hasn't followed a traditional timeline — but they're more in love than ever.
In October 2018, we established the couple's relationship, which was six months after Dewan and her estranged husband Channing Tatum disclosed their separation. Dewan and Tatum had been married for nine years and have a daughter named Everly.
After dating for nearly a year, it was confirmed in September 2019 that the couple were anticipating their first child. Their son, Callum, was born in March 2020, just one month after Kazee proposed.
"With the birth of our little angel, our hearts burst with love that reaches beyond eternity," Dewan shared on Instagram. "Welcome to the world, sweet baby!"
After three years of engagement, Dewan revealed that she and Kazee were in no rush to plan their wedding, despite the constant inquiries from their families. "We will get there, I promise. We are making progress," she playfully teased in June 2023. "We have at least chosen the location, so we're moving forward. But life and work have been incredibly hectic."
Scroll down to take a look back at Dewan and Kazee's relationship timeline!
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October 2018
Moving forward! The professional dancer proudly showcased her strikingly attractive new partner. "He's extremely good-looking," a witness informed Us Magazine following the couple's appearance together at the Casamigos party. "She was introducing him to everyone in the circle. They danced throughout the entire night."
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November 2018
Dewan and Kazee spent some time in Beverly Hills, where they locked lips and walked hand in hand.
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December 2018
The actor from Tempting Fate couldn't resist flirting a little with his partner on Instagram. As Dewan was promoting her Danskin activewear line, she wrote a caption for a photo of herself asking, "Have you found your favorite yet?" Kazee eagerly responded, "Yes. I have."
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December 2018
Kazee expressed his heartfelt support following the passing of Dewan's cherished dog Lulu. Alongside an image of the two exploring the outdoors, he reflected, "The recent days haven't been easy, as saying goodbye to a furry friend never is. There have been tears of both sadness and happiness, moments of laughter, longing, and the entire spectrum of emotions. However, today... today has been a good day."
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December 2018
There was no shortage of joy in Dewan’s eyes as she watched the actor perform live. “Her smile was huge and she looked so proud of him,” an onlooker told Us.
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April 2019
Instagram official! After months of dating, Dewan finally shared a photo of Kazee on her Stories. She captioned a snap of him sitting on a rock with three fire emojis.
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June 2019
The couple snuggled up during a romantic evening at WWE's Monday Night Raw, and documented the experience with a collection of photos and videos. Dewan had mentioned before that she developed an interest in wrestling because of Kazee.
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August 2019
Dewan and Kazee maximized the summer season by embarking on a thrilling vacation with Everly. On Instagram, the affectionate mother documented numerous photos and videos capturing precious moments with her daughter and boyfriend.
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August 2019
The Resident actress shared that Kazee encouraged her to experience her inaugural New York City subway trip. "Initially, I wasn't exactly at ease," she disclosed to Access Hollywood. "However, Steve insisted, 'No, we're putting an end to that during this journey. You're going to ride the subway.' Now I've got it all figured out, I know how to obtain the card and everything!"
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September 2019
Expanding their family! We confirmed Dewan is pregnant with her second child, the first with Kazee.
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October 2019
In her book, Gracefully You, released in October 2019, Dewan excitedly shared about her relationship with Kazee. She expressed how amazing it was when they started dating, describing it as a serendipitous reunion after an instant connection years ago. Despite the odds, Dewan had experienced that rare moment of seeing someone and feeling an intense recollection that stayed with her.
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November 2019
"The journey of capturing a memorable group photograph," Dewan shared, accompanying a collection of authentic Instagram snapshots on Thanksgiving, featuring Kazee, her daughter Everly, and herself. "Feeling deeply thankful for countless blessings today ️."
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December 2019
Kazee expressed his admiration for Dewan as he shared a stunning photo to celebrate her 39th birthday. In his heartfelt Instagram post, he described her as someone who has left a lasting impression on his heart. "There's something magical about locking eyes with her, knowing she's the one I'll spend the rest of my life with," he confessed. Kazee expressed his profound gratitude for her existence and for the serendipitous way they found each other amidst the chaos of life.
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January 2020
In the final stretch! Kazee brushed up on parenting advice as they geared up to become parents for the first time. On Dewan's Instagram Story in January 2020, the Broadway star was spotted engrossed in The New Father: A Dad's Guide to the First Year by Armin A. Brott, while the actress indulged in a binge-watching session of Cheer on Netflix.
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February 2020
She accepted his proposal! The winner of Tony Awards asked his girlfriend, who is expecting their child, to marry him in February 2020. "I am looking forward to a lifetime of love and growth with you. You have captured my heart," Dewan wrote as the caption for a stunning photograph of them sharing a passionate kiss, prominently featuring a large ring on her left hand.
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March 2020
The couple joyfully announced the arrival of their son, Callum Michael Rebel Kazee, on March 6. In an Instagram post featuring
, Dewan expressed her overwhelming love, stating, "Our hearts instantly expanded to encompass boundless eternity."
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May 2020
The Broadway star, Kazee, received heartfelt praise from the Flirty Dancing host just two months after their son, Callum, was born. In May 2020, she expressed her awe on Instagram, sharing a photo of Kazee lovingly cradling Callum, saying, "Witnessing you become a father is truly remarkable. The depth of emotions you exhibit, the love you bestow, and your incredible ability to do it all for us... we consider ourselves incredibly fortunate."
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May 2020
The Kentucky native lauded Dewan on Mother’s Day in May 2020 by sharing a photo of her breastfeeding. “At first glance, this may appear as an unconventional picture to express my love and gratitude towards you on this special day, but on closer observation, you can understand why it is the absolute perfect picture for the occasion,” he expressed on Instagram. “Here you are at 9pm, after a tiring day of tending to one child and managing another. Here you are tirelessly expressing even more milk. Here you are, doing the same thing every single day for two months. Here you are, drained and sleep-deprived. Here you are, losing track of the days. Here you are, amidst a quarantine in the midst of a global pandemic. Here you are facing genuine adversity. And here you are...smiling. Just like you always do.”
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June 2020
“I cannot adequately express my love and gratitude for you,” Dewan expressed via Instagram in June 2020, accompanying a series of photos of Kazee to honor Father’s Day. “Witnessing your transformation into a father is one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had. The love and dedication you exhibit towards all of us and the natural and amazing fatherhood capabilities you possess... we are all incredibly fortunate and we adore you so so so much... Happy Father’s Day!!️️️.”
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September 2020
The former host of World of Dance shared her experience of being in quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic with her fiancé. “We’ve been home together for more than 400 consecutive days and counting... This man is an amazing father who takes care of all of us and everything in this household,” Dewan stated in the caption of an Instagram selfie with her partner in September 2020. “He is currently in his third night of handling the night shift with Callum so that I can get some rest. He embodies the epitome of sexy fatherhood. It has been an unpredictable journey this past year, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the time we have spent together, laughing, navigating the challenges of quarantine and a newborn, and still desiring nothing more than to cuddle in your embrace and love you passionately.”
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October 2020
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On her love's birthday in October 2020, the Connecticut native expressed her gratitude on social media. "I will always try my best to convey how grateful I am that you were born, but words will never suffice," she captioned a series of photos of the birthday boy. "Because it transcends language. You are everything to me, my love. Our entire family sees you and loves you wholeheartedly, now and forever. Happy birthday!!!!"
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October 2020
Dewan shared a throwback photo in October 2020 of herself dressed as a fairy and Kazee as Negan from The Walking Dead from a past Halloween.
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November 2020
“Hot dad alert ,” the actress captioned a photo of her man in the shower with their son in November 2020. “(Pretty cute baby too️).”
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May 2021
Dewan posted a slew of photos via Instagram, one showing Kazee lovingly gazing at Callum.
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July 2021
Dewan acknowledged that, despite being engaged for over a year, she and her fiancé had not had many discussions about their wedding due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She expressed her belief in going with the flow of life and trusting that the right decisions will be made. Dewan also emphasized the importance of simplicity and being present in the moment, stating that she values her relationship and family above all else and looks forward to celebrating together.
During the same interview, the actress recounted her memorable introduction to Kazee before their romantic involvement. After seeing Kazee's captivating performance in Broadway's Once, both Dewan and her mother were unable to forget about it. They briefly interacted with Kazee that night, but Dewan always held onto that special moment.
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November 2021
In regards to her wedding day, the actress from The Rookie shared exclusively with Us that she and her fiancé were still in the process of planning and discussing it. Due to their hectic schedules, it was challenging for them to fully concentrate on finalizing the details. However, Dewan hinted that her children might have a special role in the momentous occasion, expressing her admiration for the beautiful bond between Kazee and Everly.
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December 2021
"Couldn't have dreamed up a better birthday getaway if I tried. Thank you baby ️," the dancer captioned a series of steamy Instagram photos after turning 41.
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January 2022
On The Rookie set, Kazee joined Dewan and the two posed for a playful Instagram selfie while wearing masks. With a touch of humor, the Tony winner expressed his delight in being his fiancée's "scene partner," but admitted to feeling somewhat indifferent about working together.
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November 2022
Dewan and the Broadway vet enjoyed a date night at the Baby2Baby Gala in West Hollywood.
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June 2023
Dewan shared an exciting update about their wedding preparations, disclosing that she and Kazee had finalized a venue for their ceremony. "My family keeps asking, 'When is it happening?' Well, we are making progress," she playfully hinted. "I assure you, we are making strides."
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October 2023
The couple matched in black tops and denim while watching the Los Angeles Clippers play the San Antonio Spurs.
