While the show was airing, Disney Channel also premiered Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, a made-for-TV production recounting more adventures of this magical family. As he dislikes her for being so negative, Alex casts a spell to become a positive person, which works for a while until George stops liking her for being overly optimistic. Wizards of Waverly Place (2007-2012) Austin Butler: George. Austin Robert Butler is an American actor, singer, and model, who played Peyton Leverett in the 2011 Disney direct-to-DVD film, Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure. In the episode, Austin plays a guy that Alex is interested in going to the dance with, but who thinks she is too negative. Per PopSugar, Butler started. Sons of Anarchy actor Christopher Douglas Reed made a small cameo on the Disney Channel television series during a four-part special titled Wizards of Apartment 12B. As the brother of Theresa Russo, who is not a wizard, Ernesto has no idea that magic exists, and he is unaware of their secrets. Throughout each season, Wizards of Waverly Place featured different figures from the entertainment world who portrayed different characters, from actors to models, singers and even magicians. He also appears in The Dead Dont Die, and 2015s The Intruders. These days, you probably associate Austin with all things Elvis. Teen Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. All Rights Reserved. In the emotional film, the pop star shares her physical and internal struggles from body image issues to painful lupus flare-ups and her ongoing journey with mental health. Austin Butler. "Wizards of Waverly Place" Positive Alex (TV Episode 2010) Austin Butler as George. You can also catch him in Netflixs Dude. This image appears in the gallery:Austin Butler: 18 facts about the Elvis actor you need to know, Austin Butler appears in a season 3 episode 10 of Wizards of Waverly Place as George. Wizards of Waverly Place boosted the show's main actors' careers, especially Gomez's, as after she played Alex she managed to establish herself as a hit singer and also followed a path in the film and television industry, performing increasingly challenging roles. Selena Gomez on Why She Lost Touch with Wizards of Waverly Place Cast [Photo by Eric McCandless/Disney Channel via Getty Images], Austin Butler appears in two episodes of Hannah Montana. In an interview with Vanity Fair published on Feb. 15, he shared that while filming "Elvis," the "Only Murders in the Building" actor sent him a photo of the two from when he guest-starred on the Disney Channel show in 2010. For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! Throughout its seasons, the show was highly acclaimed for the cast's performances, the humor, and creativity displayed in each episode, and the way it tackled important issues for teenagers such as relationships with family and friends or self acceptance.