Matt Rife is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and internet personality. Known for his witty humor and crowd interaction, Matt became popular through self-produced comedy specials and viral TikTok videos. He began performing comedy at just 15 and later appeared on MTV’s Wild ‘n Out. Over time, he became one of the most-watched comedians online, with millions of followers across social media.
Matt Rife has released comedy specials like Only Fans, Walking Red Flag, and Natural Selection, which earned both praise and criticism. His ProbleMATTic World Tour was a huge hit, selling tons of tickets. In 2025, he launched the Stay Golden Tour. He also bought the Annabelle doll house in Connecticut for over $0.5 million with YouTuber Elton Castee.
Matt Rife Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Matthew Steven Rife |
| Date of Birth | September 10, 1995 |
| Age | 29 years (as of August 2025) |
| Profession | Comedian, Actor, TikTok Star |
| Hometown | Columbus, Ohio, USA |
| Current Residence | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Instagram ID | @mattrife |
| TikTok ID | @matt_rife |
Physical Details
| Height | 6’0” (1.83 m) |
| Weight | Approx. 80–85 kg (176–187 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Early Life
Matt Rife was born in Columbus, Ohio, and raised in North Lewisburg. His father passed away when he was just 17 months old, so he was raised by his mother, April Rife Chilton, and his stepfather, Joson Sievers, who worked as a car mechanic. Matt grew up with three older stepsisters and a younger half-sister named Taylor Frazier.
He got interested in comedy after a high school talent show at age 14. Just one year later, he began performing in real comedy clubs. He grew up watching comedians like Dave Chappelle and Jim Carrey, who became big influences on his style.
Education
| School | New Albany High School, Ohio |
| University | None |
| Qualification | High school diploma |
Matt did not attend college. He chose to follow comedy full-time right after finishing school. He performed at open mics and clubs, learning from experienced comedians like Dane Cook.
Family Details
| Mother | April Rife Chilton |
| Father | Michael Eric Gutzke (deceased) |
| Stepfather | Joson Sievers |
| Siblings | Three older stepsisters, one half-sister (Taylor Frazier) |
| Relationship | Dating Mariah Morse (as of 2025) |
| Children | None |
Matt is currently in a relationship with fitness influencer Mariah Morse. In the past, he dated actress Jessica Lord and had a public relationship with actress Kate Beckinsale.
Career
Matt Rife began stand-up comedy at age 15 and became the youngest person to perform on BET’s ComicView. He later joined MTV’s Wild ‘n Out and appeared in shows like Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Fresh Off the Boat. He also acted in movies like Black Pumpkin and North of the 10.
He produced his own comedy specials, starting with Only Fans in 2021, which became popular on YouTube. In 2023, he released Matthew Steven Rife and Walking Red Flag, followed by his Netflix special Natural Selection. Though the special was successful, it faced backlash for an offensive joke.
Matt’s ProbleMATTic World Tour in 2024 sold over 700,000 tickets and earned more than $60 million. In 2025, he launched a new tour called Stay Golden and appeared in films like Rolling Loud and Marriage Material. His social media following, especially on TikTok, has helped him reach global fame.
Career Milestones
| Milestone | Year |
| Stand-up debut at age 15 | 2010 |
| Youngest on BET’s ComicView | Early 2010s |
| Cast on Wild ‘n Out | 2016–2019 |
| Released Only Fans special | 2021 |
| Netflix special Natural Selection | 2023 |
| ProbleMATTic Tour earnings | $60 million (2024) |
| Launched Stay Golden Tour | 2025 |
| Film roles in Rolling Loud, Marriage Material | 2025 |
Net Worth
| Estimated Net Worth (2025) | $30 million–$50 million |
| Income Sources | Comedy shows, Netflix specials, acting, TikTok sponsorships, Cameo videos, real estate |
| Assets | Los Angeles mansion ($5M), Miami apartment ($3M), Bentley SUV |
He makes money from comedy tours, Netflix specials, acting, TikTok, Cameo videos, and real estate. He owns a $5 million Los Angeles mansion, a $3 million Miami apartment, a Bentley SUV, and bought the Annabelle doll house in Connecticut for over $0.5 million with Elton Castee. He also has a Mercedes, Porsche, McLaren GT, and a house for his parents in Georgia.
Controversies
- In 2023, Matt’s Netflix special Natural Selection drew criticism for a joke about domestic violence.
- That same year, he was criticized for an inappropriate social media comment directed at a child.
- On a podcast, he made remarks about women’s appearances that sparked backlash.
- Another controversy involved a comment on a photo of 11-year-old singer Mason Ramsey.
- He also addressed rumors about plastic surgery in his memoir Your Mom’s Gonna Love Me.
- In 2023, a tweet about overweight people and the LGBTQ+ community led to false rumors about his sexuality, which he later clarified.
