Jake T. Austin Discusses His Absence From Waverly Place Revival
WHO:
US Magazine - Jake T. Austin is the original actor who played Max Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place.
Coming Soon - Jake T. Austin is discussing his absence from the revival series.
WHAT:
US Magazine - Jake T. Austin stated, “To all the Wizard fans, just wanted to say for the record how disappointed I am to have not been included in the spinoff,” regarding his absence from Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.
Deadline - Austin expressed “how disappointed” he was not to be included in the Wizards Beyond Waverly Place finale.
US Magazine - Jake T. Austin expressed disappointment about not being included in the spinoff, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.
Coming Soon - Austin revealed that his story regarding his absence does not match what fans were told.
WHY:
Coming Soon - Jake T. Austin addressed conflicting details about what happened behind the scenes regarding his absence from the revival.
HOW:
US Magazine - Austin communicated his feelings through an Instagram Story.
(UPDATED August 7, 2026 22:31 UTC)
Jake T. Austin has expressed his disappointment over not being included in the upcoming spinoff, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. In a statement, he shared his feelings with fans, saying, “To all the Wizard fans, just wanted to say for the record how disappointed I am to have not been included in the spinoff.” He reiterated his sentiments regarding his absence from the finale, highlighting his feelings once again.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 20:40 UTC)
Jake T. Austin, the original actor who played Max Russo in "Wizards of Waverly Place," has expressed disappointment over not being included in the upcoming spinoff, "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place." In an Instagram Story, Austin discussed his absence from the revival series and revealed that his account of the situation differs from what fans have been told. He addressed the conflicting details surrounding his absence, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes events that led to his exclusion.