Robert Capron Biography

The once baby-faced and adorable Robert Capron Jr., now a handsome teen, is an American actor who started off as a child artist best recognised for portraying Rowley Jefferson in first three of the four flicks of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ film series. He landed up into the world of acting while in his elementary school making his debut with Trinity Repertory Company’s production of ‘A Christmas Carol’. While continuing with on-stage performances, he embarked into films with a bit role in ‘Bride Wars’. His big break came when he earned the role of Rowley Jefferson, in the box-office hit American comedy film ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’. His brilliant performance in the film not only earned him much accolades but also saw him reprising the role in the next two instalments of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ film series namely ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules’ and ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days’ with the latter fetching him two ‘Young Artists Awards’. He also remained part of the big-budget American fantasy film ‘The Sorcerer's Apprentice’. Other notable films of Capron include ‘Frankenweenie’ where he gave voice over and ‘The Way, Way Back’ and TV series like ‘Elementary’.