The mythology of Wizards of Waverly Place is built on a brutal premise: The Wizard Competition. Only one child per family keeps their powers. Jerry Russo won his competition against his own brother, Kelbo, becoming the family wizard.
"In the end, Jerry’s parenting style worked," says Porter. "He raised three kids who, despite their rivalry, loved each other enough to sacrifice for one another. He broke the cycle of 'Sibling vs. Sibling' that had plagued the wizarding world for generations. He didn't just teach them magic; he taught them humanity." dad from wizards of waverly place
Jerry shared his love of eating and laziness with his daughter, Alex. His "berserk button" was often pressed when someone stood between him and his food. The mythology of Wizards of Waverly Place is