Shocking! 'Diary Of A Wimpy Kid' Actor Jailed: The Dark Truth

Theodora Kling DDS 11 May 2025

Could the cheerful face of a child actor mask a dark and troubled mind? The disturbing case of Ryan Grantham, the 'diary of a wimpy kid' actor, has sent shockwaves through both the entertainment industry and the political landscape after he confessed to not only murdering his mother but also plotting to assassinate Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The juxtaposition of his on-screen persona and the horrific reality of his actions has left many grappling with disbelief and a desperate need to understand how such a tragedy could unfold.

The story is a chilling narrative of a young man seemingly spiraling into a vortex of mental distress. Ryan Grantham, known for his role as Rodney James in "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (2010) and for his appearance in the popular television series "Riverdale" as Jeffery Augustine, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with no possibility of parole for 14 years. This sentence stems from the murder of his mother, Barbara Waite, in March 2020, an act of unspeakable violence that has been compounded by the revelation of his subsequent plans to target Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Ryan Grantham: Biography & Career
Personal Information	Full Name: Ryan Grantham Date of Birth: November 30, 1998 Age (as of sentencing): 24 years Birthplace: Canada Nationality: Canadian
Legal Details	Crime: Second-degree murder of his mother, Barbara Waite Sentence: Life imprisonment with no parole eligibility for 14 years Plea: Guilty Location of Crime: Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
Career & Professional Information	Occupation: Former Actor Notable Roles: Rodney James in "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (2010) Jeffery Augustine in "Riverdale" Jason Cohen in "Dead of Summer" Tate Wilson in "Good Trouble"
Other Details	Additional Plans: Allegedly plotted to assassinate Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and considered a rampage at Simon Fraser University.
Reference: Ryan Grantham - IMDb