| Human Profile | |
| Name: | Zachary Adam Gordon |
| Birthday: | February 15, 1998 (age 28 years), Born in Oak Park, California |
| Education: | Oak Park High School (Diploma) Chapman University (No Degree), Directing Sanford Meisner Center (Certificate), Acting |
| Subscribers: | 20.3K |
| Views: | 4,251,252 |
| YouTube Revenue: | $4.3K - $21.3K |
| Videos: | 206 |
| Channel Created: | September 2020 |
Overview
Zachary Adam Gordon is an American actor and voice actor best known for his portrayal of Greg Heffley in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid film franchise and for his voice work in projects such as Bubble Guppies and Genshin Impact.
Latest News (Apr 12, 2026): Zach Gordon was recently credited as a co-author of an investment analysis piece regarding Fiserv, Inc. published on April 8, 2026.
Early life and education
Zachary Adam Gordon was born on February 15, 1998, in Oak Park, California. He was raised in a Jewish household by his parents, Linda and Kenneth Gordon, and grew up alongside two brothers, Joshua and Kyle. Zachary Adam Gordon attended local public schools in the Oak Park area and graduated from Oak Park High School. Following his secondary education, he enrolled at Chapman University to study at the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, balancing his academic pursuits with a professional acting career that began in his childhood.
Initial acting and voice roles
The professional career of Zachary Adam Gordon began in the mid-2000s with various guest appearances on television programs and roles in feature films. His early television credits include appearances on the sitcoms How I Met Your Mother and All of Us. During this period, he also established himself as a voice actor, providing the voice for Gil in the animated series Bubble Guppies and voicing characters in Ni Hao, Kai-Lan and The Mighty B!. In film, he appeared in the 2007 comedy-drama Georgia Rule and had a role in National Treasure: Book of Secrets.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid success
Zachary Adam Gordon achieved significant professional recognition in 2010 when he was cast as the protagonist, Greg Heffley, in the live-action film adaptation of Jeff Kinney’s book series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid. The film was a commercial success and led to two sequels featuring the same primary cast: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011) and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (2012). His performance in the franchise earned him several accolades, including multiple Young Artist Awards. These films established Zachary Adam Gordon as a prominent figure in youth-oriented cinema during the early 2010s.
Transition to adult roles
As Zachary Adam Gordon transitioned into adulthood, he expanded his filmography to include a wider range of genres and media. In 2016, he played the recurring role of Blotter in the Freeform horror-drama series Dead of Summer. He continued to work in television with guest roles in series such as The Good Doctor and a recurring role as Tate in the drama Good Trouble. He also remained active in voice acting for video games and animation, notably taking over the role of Tighnari in the English version of the popular action role-playing game Genshin Impact. His later film work includes the 2023 horror film Dreamcatcher.
Personal life and digital presence
Zachary Adam Gordon maintains a presence in digital media through his official YouTube channel, where he documents aspects of his professional life, shares creative projects, and interacts with his audience. His online content often includes behind-the-scenes footage from his acting work and personal vlogs. Outside of his acting and voice-over work, he has been involved in various charitable endeavors and remains active in the Southern California creative community. Zachary Adam Gordon continues to pursue opportunities in both traditional film and television as well as emerging digital platforms.