Jake T. Austin Expresses Disappointment Over “Wizards of Waverly Place” Revival Snub
Actor Jake T. Austin expressed disappointment regarding not being invited to participate in a revival of the show "Wizards of Waverly Place", according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Austin, TX, August 7, 2026 —
Actor Jake T. Austin has reportedly voiced his disappointment at not being included in the upcoming revival of the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place. The news was first reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Austin, who portrayed the character Max Russo on the original show, expressed that he was not invited to reprise his role for the revival. The original series, which concluded in 2012, centered on the Russo family and their magical abilities. The revival is set to follow a now-adult Justin Russo, played by David Henrie, as he navigates the wizarding world.
Details surrounding the specific reasons for Austin’s exclusion from the revival have not been provided. The Hollywood Reporter did not include further information regarding his reaction or any potential communications with the show’s producers or network.
Wizards of Waverly Place originally aired from 2007 to 2012, becoming a popular program for the Disney Channel and launching the careers of its main cast members. The series followed the comedic adventures of the Russo siblings as they learned to control their magical powers under the guidance of their parents.
The revival is expected to build upon the established lore of the original series, focusing on new challenges and storylines for the characters. The extent of the original cast’s involvement in the revival, beyond David Henrie, has not been fully detailed.
Story summarized from the original created by Google News on news.google.com, see more information here.