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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/grant-imahara">Grant Masaru Imahara</a> was born on October 23, 1970. Though he initially considered a career in screenwriting, he ultimately pursued engineering and established himself as a leading figure in electronics and robotics. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering. His passion for electronics deepened after working with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomlinson_Holman">sound engineer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomlinson_Holman">Tomlinson Holman</a>, which marked the beginning of his significant contributions to both international cinema and engineering innovation.</p>

<h2>Career at Industrial Light & Magic</h2>
<p>After graduating, Imahara joined Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), the renowned special effects company founded by <a href="/biography/george-lucas">George Lucas</a>. He worked there for nine years in the visual effects division. During his tenure at ILM, he contributed to numerous high-profile films, including the Star Wars prequel trilogy, The Matrix sequels, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Van_Helsing_(film)">Van Helsing</a>, and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. Imahara was also one of only a few individuals officially recognized as operators of the beloved Star Wars <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R2-D2">droid character</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R2-D2">R2-D2</a>.</p>

<h2>MythBusters and Television Career</h2>
<p>Imahara gained widespread fame as a member of the build team on Discovery Channel’s acclaimed series MythBusters. On the show, he specialized in designing and constructing robots and tackling the more technically demanding myths. His expertise in engineering and robotics was critical to many of the show's most memorable experiments and builds.</p>

<p>In addition to MythBusters, he created the robot "Deadblow" for the combat robotics competition show BattleBots. His innovative designs showcased his advanced knowledge of robotics in competitive environments. He was also responsible for designing control circuits for the Energizer Bunny, the iconic marketing mascot for Energizer Batteries.</p>

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<h2>Work in Digital Media and Independent Projects</h2>
<p>Beyond traditional television, Imahara appeared on several digital and online platforms. He featured on YouTube channels such as Geek & Sundry and Eureka, as well as web series including "Star Trek Continues" and the fan film "Star Trek: Renegades." These projects reflected his passion for science fiction and further emphasized his versatility as both an engineer and performer.</p>

<h2>Publications and Writing</h2>
<p>Imahara authored the book <em>Kicking Bot: An Illustrated Guide to Building Combat Robots</em>, a widely respected resource in the robotics community. The book offers comprehensive insights into combat robot construction, making it a valuable guide for engineering enthusiasts. He also served as a writer and cast member of the short film "Architects of Evil."</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Online Presence</h2>
<p>Grant Imahara stood approximately 1.69 meters tall and was known for his engaging personality and sense of humor. He was in a relationship with Jennifer Newman, though the couple had not married. He was active on social media platforms including Twitter and Instagram, where he interacted regularly with his large fan base of over 640,000 followers. He was known to have tweeted more than 11,000 times. Imahara identified as an atheist and maintained a sharp wit throughout his public life. At the time of his passing in 2020, he was 49 years old and had an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.</p>

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