| “ | ZOO-WEE MAMA! | „ |
| ~ Rowley Jefferson |
Rowley Jefferson is the deuteragonist of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid book and film series. He is also the titular main protagonist of his own book series, Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid.
In the films, he was portrayed by Robert Capron on the first three film, Owen Asztalos in The Long Haul, and Hunter Dillion in the 2021 remake.
Bio[]
Rowley Jefferson was born in August 12th, 1994 in Ohio to Robert and Linda Jefferson. When he was in fourth grade he moved to Plainview where he met Greg Heffley. He told him knock-knock jokes from a book called "How to Make Friends in New Places" that his parents bought him and Greg didn't understand what he was doing. Greg decided to take him under his wing, mostly because he'd get to do the stuff Rodrick used to do to him when he was younger.
When it's his birthday, he goes to childish places and invites kids to his karate class who are half his age and is happy even when he gets childish toys. In Old School, it turns out during the events of The Ugly Truth, Rowley had a birthday party at the Old-Timey Ice Cream Parlour. He is also a fun, loving boy, that a lot like more than Greg usually. He is a good friend of Greg and despite the fact, he often uses him such as tasks including and up to carrying his stuff, giving him piggyback-rides, writing his English homework for him, and scouting for dog droppings. In spite of this, he still doesn't question or go against Greg and is willing to be much like Greg. Rowley is quite immature and seems a bit naive which Greg takes advantage of him by manipulating him, but he's charming, cheerful, and innocent nature makes him more popular with other students (particularly the girls) than Greg. His friendship with Greg is arguably more legitimate and developed in the films than in the books. Likewise, Rowley intends to help others whenever they need it. In the novels, Greg primarily uses Rowley for personal gain and always pushes him around, though they are legitimate friends nonetheless. In Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, he smashes "The Muddy Hand", which is really Greg's hand. He is sometimes an enemy, but most of the time he's a "good guy". Rowley has a pure soul and knows that Greg loves him deep down.
Heroic Acts[]
- In the live-action Rodrick Rules film, when Greg gets trapped by Rodrick inside the basement, Rowley tries to save him but gets caught by Rodrick.
Personality[]
Rowley is best known for being a good best friend to Greg. Rowley is quite immature and seems a bit naive, but he has a charming, cheerful and innocence made him more popular with other students (particularly the girls) than Greg had. Likewise, he has a pure soul and only wishes the best for everyone.
Despite his quirks, Rowley's good heart and innocence shine through. His parents' over-protectiveness may be hindering his growth and preventing him from experiencing new things. However, Greg could also benefit from being more considerate of Rowley's feelings and not dragging him into trouble. Ultimately, with better communication and understanding, both Greg and Rowley could improve their friendship and grow as individuals. At one point, Rowley goes all the way to Greg's house to rescue him from being locked in the basement. Even though Rodrick eventually catches him, the sheer dedication that Rowley goes through, even abruptly ending practicing his magic act with Scotty continues to solidify him as a true friend.
Throughout their adventures, Rowley's endearing personality, loyalty, and genuine nature shine through, making him an indispensable part of Greg's life and the heart of their enduring friendship.
Appearance[]
In the movie series, Rowley is an overweight boy with long bowl shaped hair that is orange and is wider than Greg's, but his hair is golden brown in Rodrick Rules and Dog Days. In the book series, he has 7 strands of hair that is flat on his head and is wider than Greg's. He has two large teeth and his mouth never appears to be closed, except for when he's in bed in the online book, page 58 of Cabin Fever, page 166 of Third Wheel, and page 29 of Hard Luck. In Hard Luck, since he started dating Abigail Brown, he combed his hair differently, and had 9 strands rather than 7, after the break-up he goes back to his original look.
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Trivia[]
- It is never revealed what country Rowley went to on his trip to South America in the book series, but the online book states that he went to Brazil for his trip to South America. It is said in the first film that Rowley went to Guatemala.
- In the online book, Rowley is said to own a PlayStation with 42 games. However, in the movie, Rowley is shown to have a Wii, meaning that he possibly upgraded his console.
- Rowley has visited numerous places - he has visited Europe, Australia, and South America.
- Rowley has been depicted with a closed mouth only five times, twice in the online book, once in Cabin Fever, once in The Third Wheel, and once in Hard Luck.
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