Current:Home > ContactSelena Gomez to reunite with 'Waverly Place' co-star David Henrie in new Disney reboot pilot -MoneyFlow Academy
Selena Gomez to reunite with 'Waverly Place' co-star David Henrie in new Disney reboot pilot
View
Date:2025-04-15 19:29:43
Selena Gomez and her "Wizards of Waverly Place" co-star David Henrie are having a high school reunion.
The "Only Murders in the Building" actress and singer will reprise her role as Alex Russo on an upcoming reboot of "Wizards of Waverly Place," Disney Branded Television confirmed to USA TODAY Thursday.
Gomez will guest star in the pilot opposite Henrie, who originally played her older brother Justin Russo, She is not expected to be a series regular.
"Wizards of Waverly Place" originally ran from 2007 to 2012 and followed three siblings immersed in the magic of a wizarding world.
The TV pilot's plot begins at WizTech with an adult Justin who left wizardry behind for a normal life with his wife (Mimi Gianopulos) and their two sons, according to a press release. But Justin's choice meets a surprising turn when a young wizard (Janice LeAnn Brown) in need of training arrives at his door. Russo is forced to face his past and look forward after trying to put his wizard powers behind him.
The upcoming TV project from Gomez and Henrie is a homecoming of sorts for the duo. The Disney Channel program catapulted Gomez to fame and led the Texas native to a whirlwind career in film, television and music where she has nabbed two Grammy nominations. Henrie also starred in the hit show "How I Met Your Mother."
More:Selena Gomez hints at retiring from music, preferring acting
The reunion news comes amid news that Gomez may consider retiring from music for acting. Gomez currently stars with Martin Short and Steve Martin on Hulu's "Only Murders."
On a Jan. 8 episode of the "SmartLess" podcast with actors Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett, Gomez hinted at an exit from music.
"I just found it really fun so I kept going but the older I get, the more I'm kind of like, 'I would like to find something to just settle on," Gomez said in the interview.
veryGood! (19924)
Related
- Selena Gomez's "Weird Uncles" Steve Martin and Martin Short React to Her Engagement
- Multiple shark attacks reported off New York shores; 50 sharks spotted at one beach
- Proposed rule on PFAS forever chemicals could cost companies $1 billion, but health experts say it still falls short
- Best Friend Day Gifts Under $100: Here's What To Buy the Bestie That Has It All
- Sarah J. Maas books explained: How to read 'ACOTAR,' 'Throne of Glass' in order.
- Chelsea Handler Has a NSFW Threesome Confession That Once Led to a Breakup
- Would Kendra Wilkinson Ever Get Back Together With Ex Hank Baskett? She Says...
- Indiana police officer Heather Glenn and man killed as confrontation at hospital leads to gunfire
- Which apps offer encrypted messaging? How to switch and what to know after feds’ warning
- July Fourth hot dog eating contest men's competition won by Joey Chestnut with 62 hot dogs and buns
Ranking
- Don't let hackers fool you with a 'scam
- What's closed and what's open on the Fourth of July?
- Roller coaster riders stuck upside down for hours at Wisconsin festival
- Man fishing with his son drowns after rescuing 2 other children swimming at Pennsylvania state park
- Krispy Kreme offers a free dozen Grinch green doughnuts: When to get the deal
- Judge limits Biden administration's contact with social media companies
- Planning for a Climate Crisis Helped a Small Indonesian Island Battle Covid-19
- Plan to Burn Hurricane Debris Sparks Health Fears in U.S. Virgin Islands
Recommendation
Trump wants to turn the clock on daylight saving time
Why Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger’s Wedding Anniversary Was Also a Parenting Milestone
As Extreme Weather Batters America’s Farm Country, Costing Billions, Banks Ignore the Financial Risks of Climate Change
Zendaya’s Fashion Emergency Has Stylist Law Roach Springing Into Action
California DMV apologizes for license plate that some say mocks Oct. 7 attack on Israel
Activists sue Harvard over legacy admissions after affirmative action ruling
Despite soaring prices, flexible travelers can find budget-friendly ways to enjoy summer getaways
Would Kendra Wilkinson Ever Get Back Together With Ex Hank Baskett? She Says...