C.J. Valleroy's passion for acting was sparked at the tender age of six when he witnessed the dynamic kitchen scene between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt in Mr. & Mrs. Smith. This early fascination with performance would come full circle when, eight years later, he was chosen to portray the spirited young Louie Zamperini in Angelina Jolie's acclaimed film, Unbroken, which premiered on Christmas Day in 2014.
Originally from Oklahoma City, C.J. relocated with his family to Altamonte Springs, Florida, shortly after his birth. He began his journey in the entertainment world at the age of 10, engaging in modeling and dance. By the age of 14, C.J. took a bold step by moving to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams in acting.
His efforts quickly bore fruit, as he made his television debut in 2013, taking on the role of Max in Nickelodeon's Deadtime Stories. The following year saw C.J. making his film debut in Unbroken, a powerful retelling of Louis Zamperini’s life—a story of resilience and triumph amid adversity during World War II. In 2015, he further showcased his talents by being cast as Charlie Drake in the Amblin Entertainment/TNT pilot Lumen, which tells the whimsical tale of a boy who inadvertently brings his family into a fictional universe. C.J. Valleroy continues to carve out a promising career in the entertainment industry, with each role further establishing his presence.
