Meet Finn Wolfhard’s Parents: Eric Wolfhard and Mary Jolivet

Finn Wolfhard, born December 23, 2002, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is a Canadian actor, musician, and filmmaker best known for his role as Mike Wheeler in Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things. As of today, he is 22 years old.

Of French, German, and Jewish descent, Finn’s heritage reflects the diverse backgrounds of his parents: Mary Jolivet, who has French and German-Irish roots, and Eric Wolfhard, a lawyer, screenwriter, and researcher with Jewish heritage. While Finn has not publicly shared his religious views, his upbringing was firmly rooted in a creative household that shaped his career path.

Raised alongside his older brother Nick Wolfhard (born October 21, 1997)—a successful voice actor known for The Last Kids on Earth—Finn grew up surrounded by film, music, and storytelling. His mother, a former assistant director turned children’s fashion designer, and his father, a writer and legal professional, fostered an environment that encouraged artistic expression.

Finn attended school in Vancouver, graduating in 2020 while balancing academics with a fast-rising acting career. He began with guest roles in Supernatural (2014) and The 100 (2014) before landing his breakout role in Stranger Things (2016). His filmography has since expanded to include It (2017), It Chapter Two (2019), and Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021), alongside directing projects and his work in music with his band The Aubreys.

Standing 5 feet 11 inches (1.80m) tall, Finn remains unmarried, with no children. His known dating history includes a relationship with actress Elsie Richter between 2021 and 2022, after which he has kept his personal life private.

Despite international fame, Finn has often described his upbringing as grounded and normal, crediting his parents with helping him navigate the challenges of early stardom. “I have great parents, a great family, and people who support me, but who also keep me in line,” he told Interview magazine in 2019.

Even with an estimated net worth exceeding $9.5 million from Stranger Things and other projects, Finn continues to value family stability.

In a 2025 People interview, he revealed that while he briefly lived independently in Los Angeles and Atlanta, he returned to Vancouver, explaining: “I rarely get to see my family… if I’m going to be away for most of the year working, then I might as well have a place to come back to with my parents.”

The story of Eric Wolfhard and Mary Jolivet, who married in the mid-1990s, is central to Finn’s journey. Their shared passions for the arts and intellectual pursuits created the environment that nurtured both Finn and Nick’s careers. Together, they built a close-knit family whose influence continues to ground one of Hollywood’s brightest young talents.

Eric Wolfhard

Born on September 14, 1965, in Canada, Eric Wolfhard embodies a blend of scholarly rigor and creative flair. A licensed lawyer with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Toronto and further studies at Harvard Law School, Eric‘s professional life centers on historical research, particularly Indigenous land claims and environmental impact assessments.

He co-founded VLW Research, a firm dedicated to Aboriginal rights, reflecting a commitment to social justice that underscores his analytical mind. Yet Eric‘s influence on Finn extends beyond academia into the arts.

As a script doctor and screenwriter, he has contributed to projects such as Saint of Hearts, Gentleman of the Spade, Spindown, and Black Farm. His proudest collaboration? Producing the 2020 short film Night Shifts, written and directed by a then-teenage Finn.

This father-son team-up highlights Eric‘s hands-on support during pivotal moments, such as when Finn nearly quit acting after an early It audition fell through.

As Nick recalled in a 2019 Showbiz Cheat Sheet interview, “My dad [and I] were like, ‘No, you’ve got to keep going.'” Eric‘s diverse background—lawyer by day, storyteller by passion—has instilled in Finn a work ethic rooted in perseverance and ethical storytelling.

Mary Jolivet

Mary Jolivet, Finn‘s mother, brings a vibrant artistic heritage to the family. Born in Vancouver to a French father, Lawrence Charles Jolivet, and a German-Irish mother, Trish Charles, Mary‘s mixed ethnicity mirrors Finn’s own French, German, and Jewish roots.

Her family tree includes a notable connection: Mary‘s great-grandaunt, Rita Jolivet (born Marguerite Lucile Jolivet), was a silent film actress who appeared in over 20 movies from 1914 to 1926. Mary‘s career weaves creativity with family priorities.

She spent years as an assistant director, working alongside Eric, before transitioning into the world of children’s fashion. Today, she freelances in window display and merchandising for Dormouse Design, a brand specializing in kids’ clothing—a fitting pursuit for a mother who dressed her sons in creativity from a young age.

Though she shuns the spotlight, Mary‘s influence on Finn is profound. She introduced him to iconic bands like The Beatles, sparking his lifelong love for music, and provided unwavering emotional support during his early auditions.

On Mother’s Day, Finn has honored her with heartfelt Instagram posts, calling her a “pillar” in his journey. Her low-key approach to fame ensures the family’s Vancouver home remains a sanctuary, where Finn can “play guitar in my studio and record music on my own,” as he shared in 2025.