He rose to fame for his standout performance as Carl Grimes on AMC’s hit TV drama The Walking Dead, a role that helped the show win a Satellite Award for Best Cast in 2012. Before he became widely recognized, he made his feature film debut in the 2009 movie Get Low, which starred Robert Duvall and marked an early milestone in his career. Growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, he was raised by his parents, Gina Ann Carlton and William Riggs, who supported him throughout his journey. He also has a younger brother named Grayson, with whom he shares a close bond. In terms of personal life, he began dating Brianna Maphis in 2015, but the couple eventually parted ways in 2017. Then, in 2018, he was linked to model Haleigh Hekking, sparking media attention. Throughout it all, he’s managed to stay grounded despite the spotlight, and his fans continue to follow his journey with great interest.
He received a nomination for Best Performance in a TV Series at the 33rd Young Artist Awards—a well-deserved recognition that he, Dylan Everett, and Jared Gilmore all shared. It was definitely a proud moment for him, especially considering the tough competition. Being honored alongside talented peers like Dylan Everett and Jared Gilmore made the experience even more memorable for him.