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Matt Rife

Comedian, Actor, Host

Profession

Age

183

Height (cm)

September 10, 1995

Birthday

Jessica Lord

Partner

Los Angeles, California

Current Location

Columbus, Ohio

Birthplace

Kate Beckinsale

Ex-Partner

18.3M

4.4M

2.1M

334.5K

Short About

Matt Rife is a stand-up comedian who made waves as the youngest ever on BET's ComicView and as a regular on MTV's "Wild 'n Out." He's carved out a presence in the digital space with self-produced comedy specials and a TikTok following that's fetched over 2 billion views. Offstage, Rife's been in the spotlight for his past romance with actress Kate Beckinsale and his outspoken advocacy for mental health.

Did you know?

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At 14, Matt Rife's high school teacher and a friend sparked his interest in comedy.

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He started performing professionally at the young age of 15.

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Matt is the youngest comedian ever featured on BET's ComicView.

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He has appeared on MTV's 'Wild 'n Out' and shows like 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Fresh Off the Boat'.

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Matt has self-produced comedy specials, including 'Only Fans' and 'Matthew Steven Rife'.

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Matt hosted the reboot of 'Total Request Live' in 2017.

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He reached the semi-finals on 'Bring the Funny' in 2019.

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He has starred in various films, such as 'Average Joe' and 'Room 236'.

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Matt featured as a paranormal investigator on the YouTube channel 'Overnight'.

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In December 2022, he signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA).

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Matt has achieved global recognition as a TikTok sensation with over 2 billion views.

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He embarked on the 'ProbleMATTic World Tour' in 2023.

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Matt openly discusses his clinical depression and anxiety disorder in his stand-up comedy.

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He briefly dated British actress Kate Beckinsale between 2017-2018.

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Matt is an advocate for animal welfare and collaborates with organizations like the ASPCA.

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He has a strong affection for animals, especially cats and dogs.

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Matt enjoys fitness activities, including weightlifting, abs workouts, push-ups, and boxing.

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Matt's celebrity crush is Zendaya.

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He stands at 6 feet (183 cm) tall.

Net Worth

Estimated Net Worth:10 - 20 Million

Matt Rife's comedy tours and roles in TV and film place his net worth in the 10 – 20 million range.

Matt Rife Biography

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Humble Beginnings and Breakthrough

Born in Ohio, Rife lost his father when he was just 17 months old. Inspired by a supportive teacher and a friend at 15, Rife embarked on his comedy career. His quick wit landed him a spot as the youngest to perform on "ComicView." He then scored roles on "Wild 'n Out," "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," and "Fresh Off the Boat," leveraging his personal hardships into humor that hit home for many.

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Specials and Screen Time

In 2023, Rife released two stand-up specials, including "Only Fans." His talent transitioned onto the silver screen with films like "Average Joe" and "Room 236" and landed him hosting duties on MTV's "TRL." Alongside his screen success, he's pursued paranormal exploration, appearing on YouTube's "Overnight." With representation by powerhouse agents CAA and a TikTok following that has hit the 2-billion-views mark, Rife is a force in both new and traditional media.

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Personal Life

Rife's off-stage life in LA remains grounded amid his success; he openly addresses his mental health challenges with candor. Previously linked romantically to Kate Beckinsale, he is currently with Jessica Lord. Despite a celebrity crush on Zendaya, it's his pets that claim the title of his greatest love.