Who is Matt Rife?
Matt Rife’s stand-up comedy and viral clips on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram have earned him fame as a comedian and actor. Matt Rife’s past relationship with actress Kate Beckinsale has caused him to be in the public eye. Despite his desire to keep his private life private, he has shared his experiences with depression and anxiety in his unique and amusing “Only Fans”. Matt Rife keeps performing stand-up comedy shows and engaging with his large audience on social media platforms.
Acting, his second passion after comedy, was also a result of his rising popularity as a comedian. After working on a few Disney shows, he made his mark as a leading cast member in MTV’s popular show ‘Wild N Out’ season seven. The show’s youngest cast member was also him. He was a part of the BET series ‘ComicView’ as well. Once more, he was the youngest participant to appear on the show.
| Real Name/Full Name | Matthew Steven Rife |
| Date Of Birth | 10 September 1995 |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Birthplace | North Lewisburg, Ohio, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Father | Michael Eric Gutzke. |
| Mother | April Rife. |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Height | 6 feet 0 inch |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Marital Status | Jessica Lord (Relationship) |
| Spouse | Not Married |
| Siblings | Taylor Frazier |
| Profession | Actor, and Comedian. |
| Net worth | $37 Million. |
Biography
September 10, 1995 marked the birth of Matt Rife, a renowned comedian, in Columbus, Ohio. Matt’s mother, April Rife, took over his care after his father, Michael Eric Gutzke, tragically died by suicide when he was only 17 months old.
Matt Rife is a family consisting of four siblings, including three older step sisters and a younger half-sister, Taylor Frazier, who is particularly supportive and proud of his achievements. New Albany High School was the school Matt attended.
Personal Life
Matt Rife, 29, and Jessica Lord have been in a happy relationship since mid-2023. Their strong connection and mutual support for each other’s careers have been showcased by the couple, who have been seen together at various events and frequently share photos of each other on social media.
Matt Rife’s previous partners include Jessica Belkin, Kate Beckinsale (2017), and Brooke Schofield. In 2023, he had a meeting with Lucy Hale as well.
Career
At 15 years old, Matt Rife started his stand-up comedy career and became the youngest person to perform on BET’s ComicView. Afterwards, he was a part of MTV’s Wild ‘n Out and appeared in shows such as Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Fresh Off the Boat. Acting in movies like Black Pumpkin and North of the 10 was also something he did.
His performance in ‘Average Joe’ earned him critical praise. At the age of 17, he became the youngest performer on ‘ComicView’. He made an appearance on an episode of the comedy show ‘Acting Out’. He had a small role in the thriller film ‘Room 236’ in 2015. Ten episodes of ‘Wild & on Tour’ were filmed with him in 2016. The year prior to this, he was chosen for the role of Jesse in the comedy series ‘WTH: Welcome to Howler’, alongside Cameron Boyce, Murray Wyatt Rundus, Felix Avitia, and Sophie Reynolds. Two episodes of the live action comedy series ‘Gamer’s Guide to Pretty Much Everything’ saw him portray Doyle O’Donnell. He was a co-host of the MTV show ‘TRL’ in 2017 and also took part in ‘The Challenge: Champs Vs Stars’.
Matt Rife began his stand-up career at the age of 15 and has toured with notable artists such as Dane Cook and produced several self-produced comedy specials. His status in the comedy world was cemented with the success of his Netflix special ‘Natural Selection’ in 2023.
Rife’s versatility is evident in his acting career, where he has appeared on popular Disney shows and a regular role on ‘Wild N Out.’ He has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry due to his ability to blend comedy and acting.
Net Worth
Matt Rife’s net worth is roughly equivalent to $37 million. His wealth is a result of his acting career in TV shows and videos, as well as his own stand-up comedy YouTube channel. Over time, his net worth has seen a significant increase, reaching $37 million in 2025.
Social Media
| Social Media | Username | Followers/Subscribers |
| @mattrife | 10.6M | |
| YouTube | @MattRifeComedy | 3.81M |
| TikTok | @matt_rife | 19.7M |
| @ItsMattRife | 9.1M | |
| X(Twitter) | @mattrife | 632.6K |
