Javon “wanna” Walton

Javon “Wanna” Walton has established himself as an actor in acclaimed series and films while simultaneously pursuing a professional boxing career. After being discovered on social media by Steve Harvey and appearing on his talk show STEVE in 2017, Javon ‘Wanna’ Walton made his acting debut in 2019 as Ashtray in HBO’s critically acclaimed series Euphoria, a role he continued into its second season. Prior to his acting breakthrough, Walton had already established himself as a formidable athlete, achieving titles including five-time Georgia State Champion and four-time USA Boxing South East Regional Champion, demonstrating a competitive drive that would become a hallmark of his diverse career. Walton swiftly expanded his acting portfolio with a significant role as Grant in Amazon’s adaptation of Utopia in 2020, showcasing his versatility.

His unique athletic and performance capabilities have also attracted significant brand partnerships; in 2022, he became the youngest individual ever signed to Brand Jordan. Earlier, at age eight, Under Armour recognized him as one of seven ‘NEXT’ athletes, featuring him in their Muhammed Ali Collection advertising campaign in 2018 and their prominent ‘Will Finds A Way’ campaign alongside Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. Continuing his dual-career trajectory, Walton recently appeared in the 2024 Hulu true crime mini-series Under the Bridge as Warren Glowatski, adding another complex role to his diverse filmography. Balancing rigorous training and filming schedules, he consistently demonstrates a high level of performance and achievement in both acting and professional sports, positioning him as a distinct and highly marketable talent in the entertainment industry.