The much-anticipated spin-off series, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, has launched its first two episodes on Disney Channel. Following the announcement of this new installment, excitement and curiosity surrounding the cast have been rampant, especially regarding the main characters that will drive the storyline.
The premiere double episode effectively answered these inquiries by introducing the show’s core cast members.
The primary cast includes Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, Taylor Cora, Mimi Gianopulos, and David Henrie, who portray the characters Billie, Roman Russo, Milo Russo, Winter, Giada Russo, and Justin Russo, respectively.
Main Cast of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
1) Billie – Janice LeAnn Brown
Billie takes center stage in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place as the lead character. She is portrayed as a young, inquisitive wizard who seeks out training from Justin Russo, her sister Alex’s choice for her magical education.
Though Janice LeAnn Brown is a newcomer in the entertainment industry, her previous work includes notable roles in projects like Growing Up Immigrant (2018), Euphoria (2019), and Best Foot Forward (2022).
2) Roman Russo – Alcaeo Thiele
Playing the role of Roman Russo, Alkaio Thiele is depicted as Justin and Giada Russo’s eldest son and the older sibling to Milo.
Similar to Janice, Alkaio is new to acting. His previous credits include appearances in Call Me Kat (2022), The Wingfeather Saga (2022-2024), and Spidey and His Amazing Friends (2024).
3) Milo Russo – Max Matenko
Max Matenko takes on the role of Milo Russo, the youngest child of Justin and Giada, making him Roman’s younger brother.
His resume includes popular shows such as This is Us (2017), General Hospital (2018), and Platonic (2023).
4) Winter – Taylor Cora
Taylor Cora plays Winter, Billie’s close friend in the series who frequently interacts with Justin Russo.
As the freshest talent among the main cast, Taylor has appeared in American Gangster: Trap Queens (2022).
5) Giada Russo – Mimi Gianopulos
Mimi Gianopulos brings to life Giada Russo, the wife of Justin and mother of two sons, Roman and Milo. Giada was born mortal, and it is suggested that Justin sacrificed his wizarding abilities at some point to be with her, as wizards and mortals face challenges in their unions.
Mimi’s previous work includes titles like Get a Job (2016), Baby Daddy (2013-2016), and Rutherford Falls (2021).
6) Justin Russo – David Henrie
David Henrie reprises his role as Justin Russo, Giada’s husband, and father to Roman and Milo. At the series’ onset, it’s revealed that Justin has moved away from his wizarding lifestyle to pursue a more ordinary life, a shift prompted by Billie seeking his wizardry mentorship.
David stands out as the only returning cast member from the original Wizards of Waverly Place, with other noteworthy achievements in projects like How I Met Your Mother (2005-2014), This is the Year (2020), and Reagan (2024).
Additional Cast Members of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
This new series also features several guest appearances from beloved characters of the original cast, including:
- Selena Gomez as Alex Russo
- David DeLuise as Jerry Russo
- Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo
- Jake T. Austin as Max Russo
For eager fans, episodes 1 through 9 of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place are available for streaming on Disney Now.
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