Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor and musician, best known for his role as Mike Wheeler in the Netflix series “Stranger Things” and Richie Tozier in the film adaptations of Stephen King’s “It.” Born on December 23, 2002, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Wolfhard has made a significant impact in both the acting and music industries.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Finn Wolfhard |
| Date of Birth | December 23, 2002 |
| Place of Birth | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Parents | Eric Wolfhard and Mary Jolivet |
| Partner | Currently single; previously dated Elsie Richter |
| Occupation | Actor, Musician |
| Net Worth | Approximately $4 million to $6 million |
Early Life and Education
Wolfhard was born to Eric Wolfhard, a researcher on Indigenous land claims, and Mary Jolivet. He has an older brother, Nick Wolfhard, who is also an actor.
Finn attended Catholic school and began his acting career at a young age. His family background includes French, German, and Jewish heritage.
Career
Finn Wolfhard’s career began with early roles in music videos and television shows like “The 100” (2014) and “Supernatural” (2015).
His breakthrough came with the Netflix series “Stranger Things” in 2016, where he plays Mike Wheeler. He also starred as Richie Tozier in the film adaptations of Stephen King’s “It” (2017) and “It Chapter Two” (2019).
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Wolfhard has appeared in films like “Dog Days” (2018), voiced characters in “Carmen Sandiego,” and played Young Boris Pavlikovsky in “The Goldfinch” (2019).
He voiced Pugsley Addams in “The Addams Family” (2019) and starred in “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” (2021).
In addition to acting, Wolfhard is a musician. He was the lead vocalist and guitarist for the rock band Calpurnia until 2019 and is currently part of the indie-pop duo The Aubreys.
Wolfhard has also ventured into directing and modeling, showcasing his versatility in the entertainment industry.
Personal Life
Wolfhard is currently single. He previously dated Elsie Richter, an actress, but they have not been seen together since 2021, leading to speculation about their relationship status.
His parents are Eric Wolfhard and Mary Jolivet, and he has an older brother, Nick Wolfhard. He does not have any children.
Finn Wolfhard Net Worth
Finn Wolfhard’s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million to $6 million, primarily earned through his successful acting career and music endeavors.
Filmography
- Aftermath (2013)
- The 100 (TV series, 2014)
- Supernatural (TV series, 2015)
- Stranger Things (TV series, 2016–present)
- It (2017)
- Dog Days (2018)
- It Chapter Two (2019)
- The Addams Family (2019)
- Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
Awards and Nominations
Wolfhard, along with the cast of “Stranger Things,” won a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.
He also received the Best On-Screen Team award for “It” at the 2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards. “Stranger Things” has been nominated for numerous awards, including Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe nomination.
