Peyton List on Moving Beyond ‘Cobra Kai’, Disney Channel Fame, and Her New Projects

Peyton List, known for her roles in ‘Cobra Kai‘ and the Disney Channel series ‘Jessie‘, has opened up about her personal and professional journey in a recent interview with PEOPLE. List reflected on her transition from a young Disney Channel star to a more seasoned actress, sharing memorable moments from her time on ‘Jessie’, including a visit to the White House with her costars.

She also discussed the significant impact of her close friendship with the late Cameron Boyce and the lessons she learned from her time on ‘Cobra Kai’. List’s career is now taking a new turn with her involvement in the Paramount+ series ‘School Spirits‘, where she plays the lead role of Maddie Nears and also serves as an executive producer.

In ‘School Spirits’, Maddie Nears is a Wisconsin high school student who dies under mysterious circumstances and must investigate her own death from the afterlife. The series, created by Megan Trinrud and Nate Trinrud, has released a teaser for its second season, which is set to premiere in early 2025. The new season promises more suspense as Maddie, now aware of what happened to her, works to unite her friends in both the spectral and living worlds to reclaim her life.

On a personal note, List talked about her relationship with her boyfriend, Jacob Bertrand, who is also her ‘Cobra Kai’ costar. She mentioned how Bertrand has introduced her to new experiences such as backpacking and camping, activities she had always dreamed of but never had the chance to try growing up in Brooklyn.

As she looks to the future, List is excited about her upcoming projects and the new chapter in her life and career, giving fans a glimpse into the exciting developments ahead.