Melbourne stripper Will Parfitt bears uncanny resemblance to Channing Tatum The 29-year-old has amassed 2.4million followers on TikTok as a result His career has mirrored film Magic Mike in more ways than his likeness to its star If you’ve seen the movie Magic Mike, you’ll know its star, Tatum, wowed audiences not only with his good looks but also with his incredible moves. Jenna Dewan has shared the heartbreaking moment she knew she had to leave her husband Channing Tatum.. While he always has a steady stream of weekend bookings, the gig isn't his full-time job, and he revealed that he spends his days working as a removalist. I met a club promoter who started calling me "Channing" as a joke. Uncanny: Hollywood movie star Channing Tatum (pictured right) and his real life doppelganger, London-born Will Parfitt (pictured left) who lives in Melbourne, Fans say they find Mr Parfitt (pictured) even more attractive than his handsome namesake. Will Parfitt is Australia's own Channing Tatum - and he doesn't just look like the Hollywood star either. By... You have entered an incorrect email address! Stripping as ‘Channing’ in an ode to his famous doppelganger, Mr Parfitt has grown an audience of 252,000 Instagram followers and a whopping 2.4million on TikTok – where fans say they find him even more attractive than his handsome namesake. After moving Down Under, the 29-year-old removalist was scouted by a club promoter and began working for Magic Men, an agency specialising in bachelorette parties and private events – just like Tatum’s handyman character in the 2012 drama. The clip, which is captioned ‘going through a break up so your friends get you something to cheer you up’, drew thousands of comments with one woman writing: ‘I’m 46 and happily married but can we pretend I’m [going through] a break up?’. By Madeline Holcombe, CNN. | iHeartRadio Channing Tatum Looks Like Eminem After Unrecognizable Hair Transformation | iHeartRadio 5,547 Likes, 288 Comments - (@will_parfitt) on Instagram: “Isolation attire #stayhome #staynaked” Mr Parfitt strips exclusively with Magic Men, Melbourne-based agency which specialises in girls' nights out: hen's nights, birthday parties, or one-off private events. Although younger women love his shows, the dancer also said he's been booked for to perform older women too - in fact, an 80th birthday party was one of his most memorable. Published: 01:30 GMT, 15 April 2018 | Updated: 02:19 GMT, 16 April 2018. Dubai Prince climbs world's tallest building. However, he said when this happens, which it does from time to time, he'll always try to handle it as professionally as possible. Record-breaking strongman, 73, baffles This Morning viewers after... 'I've had more joy from changing lives than buying jewellery!' 3,222 Likes, 78 Comments - (@will_parfitt) on Instagram: “@magicmenaustralia” ... You look like channing Tatum. 'Generally it's the brides-to-be, definitely, who are making the most of the opportunity to blow off some steam before they get hitched'. Parfitt now works for a company called Magic Men, dancing at parties and other private events. 'I do remember thinking "Oh my God" at the time, but she loved it. 'They can have a policeman, a fireman or a Magic Mike show'. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. JUST WATCHED Channing Tatum … He also makes a profit by looking similar to the Hollywood star. I have been a soccer player and a karate instructor, but it's up to them really,' he said. It looks like Channing Tatum's new look is one way for him to decompress and reclaim his appearance after working on set. Prince Charles has always been there for me... but I can't invite him to my wedding: She was Princess... As more Brits choose to shop with independent businesses, one NHS nurse reveals the HUGE difference shopping... Where to next? But he revealed stripping isn't something he ever really set out to do. Will Parfitt is Australia’s own Channing Tatum – and he doesn’t just look like the Hollywood star either. A recent video of Mr Parfitt dressed as a policeman and twirling a set of handcuffs in one hand elicited particularly strong reactions. Parfitt lives in Australia and works in a nightclub. Inside Gigi Hadid's VERY chic nursery: Model mom shows off her stylish baby room decorated with a $1,300 crib, $1,600 dresser, and over $1,200... 'I refuse to believe this is real!' When he’s not expanding his growing Magic Mike empire with a Las Vegas show, a London show, and an upcoming Boston musical that’ll then make its way to… 8. 'Generally it's the brides-to-be, definitely, who are making the most of the opportunity to blow off some steam before they get hitched,' he added. But his ever-increasing social media profile is sure to provide him with a host of new opportunities as soon as Victoria’s second lockdown is lifted. He is also known as Channing Tatum look alike. Hollywood movie star Channing Tatum (pictured left) and his real life doppelganger, South-London born, Australian-based Will Parfitt (pictured right) El Diario NY. It’s a cookie-cutter example of life imitating art for Will Parfitt, a London-born performer living in Melbourne since 2015 whose career has mirrored the film Magic Mike in more ways than his physical similarity to its now 40-year-old star. He started out first as a topless waiter, then progressed to shows, learning his moves along the way. Courtesy of Channing Tatum/Instagram. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Will Parfitt's real-life story is almost exactly the same as Channing Tatum's on-screen character Mike. Dubbed Australia’s very own Channing Tatum, Will Parfitt is a male stripper, much like the “Magic Mike” star was in his past. They can have a policeman, fireman or a Magic Mike show. His shows run for 20 to 30 minutes during which he will strip down to a G-string or do the full monty – if he’s been requested. Will Parfitt is a TikTok star and also an Instagram star. Channing Tatum Directs and Stars in Road Trip Movie, Dog: It's 'Been a Crazy Ride' this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. On the subject of behaviour, namely touching, Mr Parfitt said the rules depend on the performer. During peak wedding season, which runs from October to April in Australia, Mr Parfitt once performed up to 15 times each weekend – but that was before the COVID crisis shuttered venues, suspending shows and forcing stars online. I didn't really take him seriously - he was the one who introduced me to Magic Men.'. Twitter is left in STITCHES over 'ridiculous' trailer for Lifetime's erotic KFC-inspired 'mini-movie' starring Mario Lopez as... 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Other responses include ‘you are definitely more attractive than Channing Tatum’, ‘you could be his twin’ and ‘you are the best looking man I’ve ever seen’. The Magic Mike star, … It looks like Channing Tatum is no longer a single man . She was up and about, dancing and getting involved. Channing Tatum is back to his classic look that truly never fails.. The 40-year-old actor decided to shave his head to free himself of his … He has thousands of fans with millions of likes on his Instagram account. There's nothing too serious the 27-year-old ever has to deal with, though - it's more that he's fighting off women who find themselves losing control at his shows. Families deck the halls with toilet roll, face masks and syringes to mark the end of 2020. ‘Okay, I have decided I actually prefer you to Channing Tatum,’ a follower called Lisa wrote under a recent video. In a one-sentence order, the court refused to overturn election results that had already been certified and submitted. 27-year old Will Parfitt is a removalist and a stripper. Updated 1404 GMT (2204 HKT) January 25, 2020 . 91w Reply. 'And the girls get to choose what we wear. Channing Tatum has a brand new look after wrapping his upcoming movie!. In case you haven't seen it, the story is about a young man who stumbles into the world of male stripping and not only is he a natural, he's also a huge hit with the ladies. He performs an average of 15 shows a week and posts frequently to his Instagram page. Channing Tatum; Channing Tatum Looks Like Eminem After Unrecognizable Hair Transformation | iHeartRadio iheart.com. 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The 29-year-old removalist (left) was scouted by a club promoter and began working for Magic Men, an agency specialising in bachelorette parties and private events – just like Tatum’s handyman character in the 2012 movie (right), Under a recent TikTok video of Mr Parfitt dressed as a policeman and twirling a set of handcuffs in one hand, a woman wrote: ‘Arrest me.’. Closures have cost him almost $3,000 a week, the sum he would typically earn for just one weekend’s work. The star of “Magic Mike” has a doppelganger who is as handsome as he is. Hot new ‘do! While there is no denying the money is great, and he's adored by those who've seen him in action, the job isn't without it challenges - of sorts. Performances run from 20 to 30 minutes and Mr Parfitt charges $220 - a third of which goes to his agency. If you've seen the movie Magic Mike, you'll know its star, Tatum, wowed audiences not only with his good looks but also with his incredible moves. 'I was travelling, just enjoying the party scene in Australia. His show runs for 20 to 30 minutes during which he will strip down to a G-string, or if it's been requested, the full monty. If you want to get a taste of his routines, be sure to follow him on TikTok. During the day, Mr Parfitt (pictured left) works as a removalist - a physical job he said has its advantages as keeping fit is a top priority, While the muscular performer is hired for a variety of functions, hen's night's make up the bulk of his gigs. A male stripper has gained millions of followers on social media through his uncanny resemblance to Hollywood heartthrob Channing Tatum. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. He is also a dancer and an actor. Woman, 22, with MS which affects her memory and ability to walk admits she's grown apart from loved ones who... 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In fact, it looks like Channing is only holding up the hardback book's cover sleeve, without the actual book inside. It's a job he said he learned from the ground up. Another simply told Mr Parfitt to arrest her. 'Stripping has a shelf life, but I hope I still have another couple of years left,' he concluded. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Channing Tatum and Will Parfitt. Channing Tatum doesn’t think anyone compares to his girlfriend, Jessie J — including his ex-wife, Jenna Dewan.. Being propositioned is also something Mr Parfitt said comes with the territory and is something he expects given he's dancing without clothes on in front of a roomful of women. Celina Sharma as Camila Cabello Editors of the Literary Review, which has given the award for almost 30 years, said the public had been “subjected to too many bad... 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Will Parfitt, a male stripper from Australia, is being called Channing Tatum's look-alike for his uncanny and identical looks to the "Magic Mike" actor. IDENTICAL: Will Parfitt looks exactly like Channing Tatum in Magic Mike (Image: INSTAGRAM IMDB ) During the “busy season” – between October and April – Will performs up to 15 times in one weekend. For now, Mr Parfitt is pretty content to keep performing as 'Channing'; it's something he said he will do as long as he's able to stay in shape. It was great.'. ‘So much better than the famous one everyone compares you to, who I won’t name,’ a fourth added. During wedding season (usually between October and April) Mr Parfitt can be booked for up to as many as 15 shows in a weekend, 'The girls get to choose what we wear,' said Mr Parfitt. Published: 05:32 BST, 24 September 2020 | Updated: 05:32 BST, 24 September 2020. Hollywood movie star Channing Tatum (pictured left) and his real life doppelganger, South-London born, Australian-based Will Parfitt (pictured right), The 27-year-old 'fell' into stripping after he was introduced to an agency after a chance meeting with someone who was struck by his resemblance to the Hollywood actor. People think a male stripper in Australia looks just like Channing Tatum. ‘Better looking than you know who!’ another agreed, while a third said: ‘Legit (sic) thought this was Channing for the first 10 seconds.’. Mr Parfitt said although he's hired for a variety of functions, hen's nights make up the bulk of his gigs. 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Entretenimiento La foto de Channing Tatum con nuevo look en la que Eiza González le dio like La mexicana hizo presencia en el Instagram del actor para halagar su imagen Parfitt and his success has gone viral recently, given his physical likeness to Tatum in cult movie Magic Mike, a story that also parallels Parfitt’s own accidental introduction to the world of male stripping. Being propositioned is also something Mr Parfitt said comes with the territory and is something he expects given he's dancing without clothes on in front of a roomful of women. Shows run between 20 and 30 minutes and depending on the crowd Mr Parfitt offers a slightly more restrained 'G-string' show - or he will go the full monty if requested. Many wondered why the performer (pictured) hasn’t gone ‘major viral’ online yet, Mr Parfitt (pictured at home in Melbourne) is described as a ‘spunky, drop-dead gorgeous boy next door’ in his profile on Magic Men’s website. 'The job has its advantages as keeping fit is a top priority,' he laughed. The Magic Mike star took to Instagram to debut a shaved head in a black and … Not only do Parfitt's physical characteristics match up to those of Tatum's, but he also has a similar background to Tatum, working in a similar profession as highlighted in the Magic Mike movies. A new report indicates that Channing Tatum may drop out of playing Gambit due to his deal with 20th Century Fox falling apart. Channing Tatum is switching up his look as part of a "ritual" following the production of his directorial debut, Dog.The actor, who also stars in the film as a former Army Ranger who heads off on a road trip with his dog to another soldier's funeral, decided to "let go" of his character after shooting wrapped by shaving off all his hair, which he documented on Instagram Monday. Channing Tatum debuted a freshly shaved head and there’s a sentimental reason for it.. 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