«Evolution of the actors of Wizards of Waverly Place: what are they doing now?»
9 october 2025 в 18:13
«The Wizards of Waverly Place» remains a classic Disney Channel show. When the show aired in 2007, it immediately became a hit. «The Wizards of Waverly Place» propelled Selena Gomez to fame, and the cast remains close even after all these years, especially considering that Selena played her role as Alex Russo in the series continuation, «Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie».
Since the original show ended in 2012, the cast has been very busy. From acting projects to launching makeup collections, from directing to becoming a nurse, the cast of «The Wizards of Waverly Place» has changed so much. Find out how the cast has changed and what they are up to today.
Selena played the unique and unforgettable Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series. Immediately after the end of «Wizards» in 2012, Selena left her childhood behind with the movie «Spring Breakers». She continued to act in many films and also served as an executive producer for the popular Netflix series «13 Reasons Why». In addition to her acting career, since 2012 Selena has released 3 solo albums, the latest being «Rare» in 2020. Selena was diagnosed with lupus, and in 2017 she underwent a kidney transplant. In 2020, Selena revealed that she has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Selena is making her mark in the beauty industry with the launch of her makeup collection Rare Beauty. She will return to television in her first scripted role since «Wizards of Waverly Place» in the Hulu comedy series «Only Murders in the Building». As for romance, Selena was in a relationship with Justin Bieber for many years before they finally broke up in 2018. She married her husband, Benny Blanco, in 2025.
David Henrie played the eldest Russo child, Justin Russo. When «Wizards of Waverly Place» ended, David continued to act. He appeared in several films, including «Grown Ups 2», «Little Boy», and «Walt Before Mickey». He also continued to play Luke Mosby, the future son of Ted Mosby, in «How I Met Your Mother» until the series ended in 2014. David made his directorial debut with the film «This Is the Year», which was released in 2020. David also starred in and co-wrote the film. The actor married Maria Cahill in 2017, and they have three children.
Jake T. Austin played the youngest Russo, Max. After «Wizards», Jake continued to play Jesus Foster in the first two seasons of the series «The Fosters». He left the series after the second season and was replaced by Noah Centineo. Jake was a contestant on the 23rd season of «Dancing with the Stars» and was the first celebrity to be eliminated. He also appeared in several films and voiced the role of Jaime Reyes / Blue Beetle in the «Teen Titans» projects.
Gregg Sulkin played Mason Greyback in the 3rd and 4th seasons of «Wizards of Waverly Place». After «Wizards», Gregg appeared in the MTV series «Faking It». He also played Ezra’s brother, Wesley, in «Pretty Little Liars». Gregg played Chase Stein in the Hulu series «Runaways» for three seasons. He even reunited with David in «This Is the Year», playing the role of Kyle.
Jennifer Stone played Alex’s best friend, Harper Finkle, for 4 seasons of «Wizards of Waverly Place». Jennifer has continued to act since the Disney Channel series ended. She received critical acclaim for her work in the 2019 film «Between», which she wrote and starred in. Jennifer is also a registered nurse. She joined the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2025, Jennifer attended Selena’s wedding.
Maria Canals-Barrera played the mother of the Russo family, Theresa Russo. After «Wizards», Maria appeared in the ABC series «Cristela» as Daniela. She has appeared in many films and TV series over the years. She played Bonnie in the 2019 film «Sweet Inspirations».
David DeLuise played Jerry Russo, the father of Alex, Justin, and Max, in the Disney Channel series. David has guest-starred on many popular shows over the years, such as «Grey's Anatomy», «Daddy», «Shameless», and others. He married his second wife, Julia Steple, in 2019
Since the original show ended in 2012, the cast has been very busy. From acting projects to launching makeup collections, from directing to becoming a nurse, the cast of «The Wizards of Waverly Place» has changed so much. Find out how the cast has changed and what they are up to today.
Selena played the unique and unforgettable Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series. Immediately after the end of «Wizards» in 2012, Selena left her childhood behind with the movie «Spring Breakers». She continued to act in many films and also served as an executive producer for the popular Netflix series «13 Reasons Why». In addition to her acting career, since 2012 Selena has released 3 solo albums, the latest being «Rare» in 2020. Selena was diagnosed with lupus, and in 2017 she underwent a kidney transplant. In 2020, Selena revealed that she has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Selena is making her mark in the beauty industry with the launch of her makeup collection Rare Beauty. She will return to television in her first scripted role since «Wizards of Waverly Place» in the Hulu comedy series «Only Murders in the Building». As for romance, Selena was in a relationship with Justin Bieber for many years before they finally broke up in 2018. She married her husband, Benny Blanco, in 2025.
David Henrie played the eldest Russo child, Justin Russo. When «Wizards of Waverly Place» ended, David continued to act. He appeared in several films, including «Grown Ups 2», «Little Boy», and «Walt Before Mickey». He also continued to play Luke Mosby, the future son of Ted Mosby, in «How I Met Your Mother» until the series ended in 2014. David made his directorial debut with the film «This Is the Year», which was released in 2020. David also starred in and co-wrote the film. The actor married Maria Cahill in 2017, and they have three children.
Jake T. Austin played the youngest Russo, Max. After «Wizards», Jake continued to play Jesus Foster in the first two seasons of the series «The Fosters». He left the series after the second season and was replaced by Noah Centineo. Jake was a contestant on the 23rd season of «Dancing with the Stars» and was the first celebrity to be eliminated. He also appeared in several films and voiced the role of Jaime Reyes / Blue Beetle in the «Teen Titans» projects.
Gregg Sulkin played Mason Greyback in the 3rd and 4th seasons of «Wizards of Waverly Place». After «Wizards», Gregg appeared in the MTV series «Faking It». He also played Ezra’s brother, Wesley, in «Pretty Little Liars». Gregg played Chase Stein in the Hulu series «Runaways» for three seasons. He even reunited with David in «This Is the Year», playing the role of Kyle.
Jennifer Stone played Alex’s best friend, Harper Finkle, for 4 seasons of «Wizards of Waverly Place». Jennifer has continued to act since the Disney Channel series ended. She received critical acclaim for her work in the 2019 film «Between», which she wrote and starred in. Jennifer is also a registered nurse. She joined the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2025, Jennifer attended Selena’s wedding.
Maria Canals-Barrera played the mother of the Russo family, Theresa Russo. After «Wizards», Maria appeared in the ABC series «Cristela» as Daniela. She has appeared in many films and TV series over the years. She played Bonnie in the 2019 film «Sweet Inspirations».
David DeLuise played Jerry Russo, the father of Alex, Justin, and Max, in the Disney Channel series. David has guest-starred on many popular shows over the years, such as «Grey's Anatomy», «Daddy», «Shameless», and others. He married his second wife, Julia Steple, in 2019
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