Chandler Riggs

Chandler Riggs is an American actor and director/producer. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Carl Grimes in the AMC television series The Walking Dead from 2010 to 2018. Riggs grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, the elder of two children of Gina Ann and William Riggs. Chandler has a younger brother named Grayson. His interest in the arts began at an early age, leading him to participate in theater productions. In the early stages of his acting career, he played the character of Tom in the film Get Low, where he had the opportunity to work alongside seasoned actors like Bill Murray and Robert Duvall. However, his breakthrough came with the television series The Walking Dead, which started in 2010. He played the role of Carl Grimes, the son of Rick and Lori, for a remarkable eight seasons, gaining immense popularity and earning Saturn and Satellite awards for his performance. Since then, Riggs has gone on to star in multiple films and started his own production company (Smooth Blend Films), directing and producing various projects. Besides acting, Riggs also has a passion for video game development and runs a VR nonprofit called Virtual Nexus, where they produce the largest VR Roleplay project: Neon Divide. Through his successful performance in The Walking Dead and beyond, Chandler Riggs has garnered a vast fan base and established himself as a prominent figure in the acting world despite his young age. Continuing his career with various memorable projects, Riggs is poised to become a household name.