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Grant Imahara

Grant Masaru Imahara was an American electrical engineer, roboticist, television host, and actor best known for his work on MythBusters.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Grant Masaru Imahara was an American electrical engineer, roboticist, television host, and actor best known for his work on MythBusters. He also co-hosted White Rabbit Project and appeared on other science- and entertainment-related television projects. He died in 2020 at age 49 from a brain aneurysm.

Early life and education

Grant Imahara was born in Los Angeles in 1970 and later studied electrical engineering. He grew up in Southern California and built a career that combined engineering with entertainment.

Career

Imahara became widely known for MythBusters, where he was part of the Build Team. He also worked on robotics, special effects, and later co-hosted White Rabbit Project.

Death

Imahara died on July 13, 2020, at age 49. Multiple sources report that the cause of death was a brain aneurysm.

Personal life

Imahara was married to Jennifer Newman. Public biographical sources identify her as his spouse.

Key facts

  • Best known as a cast member of MythBusters, where he designed, built, and operated robots and machines.
  • Co-hosted the Netflix series White Rabbit Project.
  • Worked in visual effects and robotics for the entertainment industry, including at Industrial Light & Magic.
  • Died on July 13, 2020, in Los Angeles at age 49.
  • His death was reported as the result of a brain aneurysm.
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Canadian context

Grant Imahara was well known to Canadian viewers through MythBusters and related science entertainment programming that aired widely in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Grant Imahara?
Grant Imahara was an American electrical engineer, roboticist, television host, and actor best known for MythBusters.
How did Grant Imahara die?
He died in 2020 from a brain aneurysm.
How old was Grant Imahara when he died?
He was 49 years old.
What shows was Grant Imahara on?
He was best known for MythBusters and also co-hosted White Rabbit Project. He also appeared in other television projects and specials.
What was Grant Imahara's cause of death?
His cause of death was a brain aneurysm.
Did Grant Imahara have a wife?
Yes. He was married to Jennifer Newman.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grant_Imahara
    Supports: Birth/death dates, occupation, best known for MythBusters, age at death.
  2. Grant Imahara Foundation — https://www.grantimaharafoundation.org/about-grant
    Supports: Biographical details including birth in Los Angeles and life summary.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0408017/bio/
    Supports: Death date, reported cause of death as brain aneurysm.
  4. NPR — https://www.npr.org/2020/07/14/890767525/mythbuster-grant-imahara-electrical-engineer-and-robotics-wiz-dies-at-49
    Supports: Death at 49, brain aneurysm, MythBusters and TV host role.
  5. Engineering and Technology History Wiki — https://ethw.org/Grant_Imahara
    Supports: Career overview, White Rabbit Project, spouse Jennifer Newman.
  6. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-53401026
    Supports: Death at age 49 and former co-host of MythBusters and White Rabbit Project.