David Deluise

David DeLuise gained significant international recognition for his portrayal of Jerry Russo, the family patriarch in the Emmy Award-winning Disney Channel series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ (2007-2012). This role, which included the successful television film ‘Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie’ (2009), captivated millions of viewers and earned widespread critical and popular acclaim. DeLuise’s extensive acting career commenced with an appearance in the feature film ‘Hot Stuff’ (1979) alongside Dom DeLuise, establishing his early presence. He later secured a recurring role as Bug Pollone in the hit NBC sitcom ‘3rd Rock from the Sun,’ appearing consistently from 1996 to 2001, and as Pete Shanahan in the acclaimed science fiction series ‘Stargate SG-1’ from 2004 to 2005.

These credits include roles on series including ‘Shameless,’ ‘NCIS,’ ‘Hawaii Five-0,’ ‘ER,’ and ‘Gilmore Girls.’ On the big screen, his filmography encompasses a variety of genres, from the comedic ‘Vampires Suck’ (2010) to the family-oriented ‘Pup Star’ (2016) and the faith-based drama ‘Unbroken: Path to Redemption’ (2018). In February 2023, DeLuise co-launched the successful ‘Wizards of Waverly Pod’ alongside Jennifer Stone, offering an engaging retrospective on the beloved Disney series. Most recently, David DeLuise is set to reprise his iconic role as Jerry Russo in the highly anticipated Disney Channel and Disney+ series ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,’ slated for release in 2024, highlighting his enduring appeal in the entertainment industry.