Alex Christian Jones is an actor whom many know from Disney Channel’s “Kickin’ It.” Was he kicked off the show’s third season?
Disney Channel brought the world a lot of movies and TV shows, which in turn made some of the most famous child actors the stars they are today. Looking at globally acclaimed superstars like Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, and Miley Cyrus, it is safe to say that many Disney child stars had the perfect boost to stardom thanks to the channel.
A Disney child star worthy of note is Alex Christian Jones. Where is he now, and did he continue acting after leaving “Kickin’ It?” Keep reading to find out.
Who Is Alex Christian Jones?
Alex Christian Jones is an African-American actor and former Disney star best known for his role as Eddie Jones in the American series “Kickin’ It.” He was born on September 6, 1996, in Birmingham, Alabama, where he was raised alongside his sister, Alexis.
His early education is unknown, but he attended a regular school even though he could have been homeschooled. His later education, however, has been confirmed and is known to the general public.
The Birmingham-born actor enrolled at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, in 2014 to study Mass Communication/Media Studies. Sometime in 2018, Jones graduated from the University and became a bachelor’s degree holder.
Alex Christian Jones’ Career
Jones is one of the few actors who started trying their hand at acting when he was barely a kid. At 3, the young lad was already an actor and performed skits on stage in his local area.
When he was only nine years old, he started performing in association with Birmingham’s Red Mountain Theatre Company. He was also into singing but focused more on acting for the entirety of his career.
He finally made his acting debut in Ruben Studdard’s Flying Without Wings music video. The quality of his skill in the music video caught the attention of Disney XD, and the company later offered him a role in one of their TV series, Disney 365, in 2006.
Due to his incredible talent at such a young age, he got a role in another TV series shortly after. He appeared in “Piper’s QUICK Picks” in 2010 and his most popular show “Kickin’ It” in 2011.
His fame skyrocketed thanks to his role in the latter as Eddie Jones in the show’s first and second seasons. The show was famous for its captivating plot, and other featured actors include Leo Howard, Olivia Holt, Jason Earles, and Austin North, to name a few.
Some years later, in 2017, Jones featured in the second season of an American Superhero fiction series called “Black Lighting,” where he played the role of Sekou Hamilton, a student at the series’ fiction school Garfield High.
Alex Christian Jones’ Movies and TV Shows
According to his IMDB profile, Jones has appeared in four movies and series. They include:
- Disney 365 in 2006
- Piper’s QUICK Picks in 2010
- Kickin’ It in 2011
- Black Lighting in 2017
Jones has not had a recent TV or movie appearance in a couple of years, and many wonder if he is still an actor or now retired from the acting world.
Alex Christian Jones’ Shows
Jones’ acting talent and singing abilities have made him an excellent fit for showbiz. Apart from movies and TV shows, he has performed several on-stage roles at different shows.
Some of these include “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Wizard of OZ,” “Barnstormer,” and “Alice in Wonderland.” He worked mostly with the Red Mountain Theater Company in Birmingham.
Why Did Alex Christian Jones Leave “Kickin’ It?”
Contrary to what some people may think, Jones was not kicked off the show “Kickin’ It.” Instead, he left the show of his own will before the third season started for personal reasons. He went to live with his grandparents and cared for them in their final years.
Another reason why the young star left was because he wanted to focus on his high school studies and also had to go back to Birmingham for that. The show’s fans, cast, and production team missed Jones’ presence in the show till it wrapped up.
Alex Christian Jones’ Net Worth
The former Disney star has a net worth that many might be shocked to hear. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be about $5 million, making him quite rich and comfortable. His incredible net worth is thanks to his immense talent and features when he was much younger, earning him over six figures in his appearances.