How Juelz Zion went from the court to the red carpet
By Chukwudi Onyewuchi | Published: 2025-11-03 19:45:00 | Source: The Blast
At just six years old, Jules Zion is living the kind of dream most people imagine.
Standing 49 inches tall and weighing 52 pounds, this diminutive powerhouse is rewriting what’s possible for young talent.
“Who made”High school musical“A history of dazzling crowds on NBA Court, Zion proves that age and size are no match for ambition, heart and undeniable charisma.
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Jules Zion makes Disney history in ‘High School Musical’
When the curtain falls on the Black Box Theater in Los Angeles on December 7, Zion will make history as the first Black actor ever to play Troy Bolton in any High School Musical production.
The iconic role, once played by Zac Efron, now has a new face, one that radiates innocence and confidence.
Despite this historic achievement, Zion is not focused on color. For him, Troy Bolton is just a character he connects with.
“Troy is like me because we both love basketball and we’re both nice to everyone,” he said in a chat with The Blast. “I want to be the best and work hard.”
This simple yet profound statement embodies Zion’s approach to life: pure, passionate, and purpose-driven. It does not play a role; He lives it.
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Superstar mom behind the scenes
Behind every young star is often a parent with a vision and a heart, and for Jules Zion, that’s his mother, a businesswoman and influencer. Kiki Ayers.
A single mother who began her entertainment career at the age of 16, Ayers has years of experience in production, advertising and business.
However, she insists that her son’s way is his way.
“Whenever someone says Jules is going to be an actor or a basketball player, I always say that or he could become an astronaut,” Ayers joked. He added: “From a young age, he always had this quality on stage and a big personality, so at a certain point I couldn’t deny his talent.”
Ayers’ mix of realism and encouragement allowed Zion to flourish.
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She balances his moments in Hollywood with strong academic expectations, reminding him that stardom does not replace scholarship.
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Joel Zion takes over the NBA halftime show
If acting wasn’t enough, Zion is also turning heads in the world of sports.
This Thanksgiving weekend, he will head to the NBA arena for the Clippers vs. Mavericks halftime show, a stage many adults can only dream of.
Zion’s athletic accomplishments are truly impressive.
He’s the best player in the Football League and just earned his first Jiu-Jitsu ribbon.
“I love all sports,” Zion said. “I’m focused so I can get better, and I have a lot of friends.”
This balance between drive and joy is what makes him so attractive.
Whether he’s performing under bright lights or running drills on the field, Zion radiates the same genuine enthusiasm.
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A scholar and a gentleman
It’s not all cameras and sweets. Jules Zion also excels in the classroom.
In first grade, he has passed every test so far and makes it a daily mission to earn points from his teacher at the Class Dojo.
His mother ensures that academics remain a top priority, no matter what exciting opportunities come his way.
“I’m not the type of person who will ever be a mother or be disappointed if he misses a goal or a shot, but he has to pay attention in school and participate and complete all of his work,” Ayers said. “I still encourage him to become a scientist.”
This combination of discipline and support has created a child who can handle Hollywood red carpets one day and math tests the next.
Red Carpet Life by Jules Zion
Despite his mother’s insistence on keeping life “normal,” Zion’s experiences are anything but normal.
He’s already been involved in major Hollywood premieres, including Amazon Prime’s “Candy Cane Lane,” Sony Pictures’ “Garfield,” Disney’s “Elio,” and Paramount’s “Knuckles.”
He is a favorite guest of major brands such as Disneyland, Universal Studios, Legoland, Knott’s Berry Farm and the Great Wolf Lodge, where he worked alongside Gabrielle Union.
Zion and his mother are also part of Nickelodeon’s Ambassadors program, which gives them access to exclusive events and merchandise.
From the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” screenings to Nickelodeon’s “Night of the Jacks” Halloween event, Zion’s calendar is full of the kind of invitations that most Hollywood insiders would envy.
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This six-year-old has more Getty Images than many adults in the entertainment industry, and he knows it.
In true Gen Alpha style, he joked that he can actually say “Google me” or as he says “67.”
Tickets for his groundbreaking show in High School Musical are already on sale, and his growing fan base can keep up with him on social media @JulesZionBro.
From school desks to studio lights, Zion is redefining what it means to be a modern-day prodigy one smile, one show, and half the time every time.
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