Age: 36
male
Handsome and cool, European-Canadian businessman, entrepreneur, and actor. Other than Wizards of Waverly Place, Daniel has guest-starred on Entourage, Hannah Montana, CSI: New York, Without a Trace, iCarly, Zoey 101, and is the voice of Teo in Avatar: The Last Airbender. Daniel moved with his European-Canadian family to Florida when he was 11 years old, but he now lives in California. Daniel was shopping with his mother at the mall when they were approached by an agent and asked if he would be interested in modeling. He booked 60 print jobs in a 4 month period! Daniel's interest in acting soon became stronger and he worked on several commercials and student films. From paying a blind child in "Ephraim" at 11 years old, (Daniel's first lead role in a short film) - this young actor has shown his abilities in a variety of diverse roles. Daniel is enjoying all the challenges that acting brings him while continuing to pursue craftsmanship. Daniel freelances as a carpenter, practices knife making, and is an independent locksmith. Daniels hobbies include firefighting, rifle shooting, all sports, bike riding, weight lifting, and traveling.
Daniel Samonas
Dean Moriarty
for Dean Moriarty in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Suggested by lsmith
Years after the original Russo family adventures, the magic of Waverly Place returns — bigger, bolder, and more unpredictable than ever. Justin Russo, now the head of WizTech, balances family life with the daunting responsibility of guiding the next generation of wizards. He and his wife Juliet Van Heusen raise two extraordinary sons, Roman and Milo, who are half-wizard, half-vampire — a combination that makes them both powerful and mischievous. When Billy Russo, the rebellious son of Alex and Mason, is expelled from WizTech, he is sent to live with Justin. But Billy is no ordinary student — he is the Chosen One, destined to shape the fate of the magical world. As long-dormant villains return, resurrected by a mysterious dark force, the Russo family and their allies must protect Billy while confronting new threats, navigating family drama, and discovering the limits of their magic. Meanwhile, familiar faces from the original series — including Max, Harper, Zeke, and even eccentric former characters like Dean Moriarty and Hugh Normus — return in surprising ways, blending nostalgia with a fresh, high-stakes adventure. Packed with humor, heart, and spellbinding magic, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place explores the challenges of growing up, living with extraordinary power, and discovering that sometimes the greatest magic comes from family — and the choices we make.
