With his first few films, Channing Tatum (Shawn MacArthur) has already captured the attention of critics and audiences alike. With his upcoming roles in 2009, he will establish his place among Hollywood’s next generation of leading men.

Tatum was born in Alabama and grew up in Florida. He began modeling at age 21 and, at age 23, he starred in an international Pepsi commercial directed by Tarsem Singh and two highly popular national Mountain Dew commercials directed by Kinka Usher. His natural charisma and athleticism in these commercials brought him to the attention of both extreme-sports fans and Hollywood industry executives. He was then signed by a talent agency, started taking acting classes with Harold Guskin and studied at the Deena Levy Theatre Studio. Tatum currently resides in Los Angeles.