Ceyair J Wright Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies, Career, Parents, College

Ceyair Wright is an American actor and college football player, best known for his role as Darius James, LeBron James‘ oldest son, in Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021).

Born on December 19, 2002, in Los Angeles, California, he balances a promising acting career with his role as a cornerback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, having previously played for the USC Trojans.

Profile

• Full Name: Ceyair J. Wright
• Stage Name: None
• Born: December 19, 2002
• Age: 22 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Actor, and College Football Player (Cornerback)
• Height: 1.88
• Parents: Claudius Wright (father, former footballer), and Chanell Jackson (mother, nurse)
• Siblings: Clay Wright (younger brother)
• Spouse: Not Married
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $100,000–$500,000

Early Life and Education

Ceyair J. Wright was born on December 19, 2002, in Los Angeles, California, to Claudius Wright, a former cornerback at the University of Arizona who played two seasons in the World League of American Football, and Chanell Jackson, a nurse.

Raised in a supportive, career-oriented family with a younger brother, Clay Wright, Ceyair developed passions for football and acting early on.

His uncle, Mazio Royster, was a USC tailback and NFL player, and his cousin, Darick Holmes, played running back at Portland State and in the NFL, influencing his athletic pursuits.

He attended Loyola High School in Los Angeles, excelling as a wide receiver and cornerback, earning all-state honors twice and contributing to the 2019 state championship.

He is currently majoring in child, youth, and family studies at the University of Nebraska, having transferred from USC in 2024.

Career

Ceyair began modeling at age five, appearing in magazine ads, and started acting at age 10. His first on-screen credit was as Darren Mockler in Instant Mom (2014).

He landed small roles in TV shows like 2 Broke Girls (2017, as a kid), Life in Pieces, and Training Day, and in indie films American Skin (2019, as Jonah) and Magic ’85.

His breakthrough came in 2021 as Darius James in Space Jam: A New Legacy, a role inspired by LeBron “Bronny” James Jr., directed by Malcolm D. Lee.

In 2022, he played Zeke, an all-American football player, in grown-ish Season 5. He auditioned for Pope Heyward in Outer Banks but did not secure the role. He is represented by A3 Artists Agency.

A four-star recruit from Loyola High School, Wright received offers from Arizona State, Michigan, Notre Dame, Oregon, and USC. He committed to USC, playing from 2021 to 2023, appearing in 23 games with 15 starts, recording 41 tackles, one interception, and five pass deflections.

In 2024, he transferred to Nebraska, playing all 13 games with eight starts, setting career highs with 39 tackles, two interceptions, six pass breakups, one sack, and a 45-yard interception return for a touchdown against USC.

He earned Nebraska Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll (Fall 2024) and Tom Osborne Citizenship Team (2025) honors.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: Nebraska Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll (Fall 2024)
• Won: Tom Osborne Citizenship Team (2025)
• Won: College Football News Freshman All-American Honorable Mention (2021, as USC player)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ceyair
• Twitter Handle: @ceyairr

Personal Life

Ceyair resides in Lincoln, Nebraska, for his college football career, with roots in Los Angeles. He is single, with no publicly confirmed relationships or past romantic links, keeping his personal life private.

His family’s football legacy, including his father, uncle, and cousin, has shaped his athletic drive, while his mother’s nurturing supported his dual career path.

School was prioritized over acting auditions, preventing homeschooling common among child actors. He enjoys athletic training and has avoided major controversies, though his Space Jam role drew attention due to its high-profile cast.

His African-American heritage and Sagittarius zodiac sign are noted, with no religious affiliation disclosed.

Filmography

• Instant Mom (2014, TV series) – Darren Mockler
• 2 Broke Girls (2017, TV series) – Kid
• Life in Pieces (year unspecified, TV series) – Minor role
• Training Day (year unspecified, TV series) – Minor role
• American Skin (2019, film) – Jonah
• Magic ’85 (year unspecified, film) – Minor role
• Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021, film) – Darius James
• grown-ish (2022, TV series, Season 5) – Zeke

Net Worth

Ceyair Wright’s net worth is estimated at $100,000 to $500,000, primarily from acting roles in Space Jam: A New Legacy, grown-ish, and smaller projects, plus modeling and commercial work since age five. His football career at Nebraska does not generate direct income due to NCAA regulations, but his NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) value is unlisted.