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Robert B. Capron Jr
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Capron in 2011
Born
Robert Banfield Capron Jr.

(1998-07-09) July 9, 1998 (age 26)
Other names Robert B. Capron
Alma mater Brown University
Occupation Actor
Years active 2009–present

Robert Banfield Capron Jr. (born July 9, 1998) is an American actor. He is famous for playing Rowley Jefferson. Rowley is Greg Heffley's best friend in the first three Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies. Robert has also acted as Mason in the TV show Elementary. He played David Lewan in the movie The Polka King.

Robert Capron's Acting Journey

Robert Capron started his acting career in 2009. His first role was in the movie Bride Wars. After that, he had small parts in films like Hachiko: A Dog's Story. He also appeared in the Disney movie The Sorcerer's Apprentice.

A fun fact is that Robert's real mother, Kaye Capron, played his character's mom in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies. Robert grew up in Scituate, Rhode Island. He is sometimes known as Robert B. Capron. Later, he started teaching acting classes. He taught film and acting at a place called Actors for Autism.

School and Personal Life

Robert went to Brown University. He graduated in 2020 with a special degree. His studies were in modern culture, media, and history. In 2019, he also studied acting in London. He attended the London Dramatic Academy Program.

When Robert was a child, he faced some challenges. He was teased about his weight. This led to him having a difficult time with eating. He learned to manage this challenge as he grew up.

Movies and TV Shows

Robert Capron has been in many movies and TV shows. Here are some of his most well-known roles.

Film Roles

  • 2010: Diary of a Wimpy Kid as Rowley Jefferson
  • 2010: The Sorcerer's Apprentice as Oliver
  • 2011: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules as Rowley Jefferson
  • 2012: The Three Stooges as Young Curly
  • 2012: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days as Rowley Jefferson
  • 2012: Frankenweenie as Bob (voice)
  • 2017: The Polka King as David Lewan

Television Roles

Awards and Recognitions

Robert Capron has won awards for his acting. He has been recognized for his roles, especially in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies.

See also

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