Aaron Ruell Biography: Wife, Age, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Derek Aaron Ruell also known as Aaron Ruell is an American director, photographer, actor, and writer best known for portraying Kip Dynamite in the cult comedy Napoleon Dynamite.

Beyond acting, he has built a successful career directing commercials and short films, working with major brands such as Nintendo, T-Mobile, Coca-Cola, and Burger King. He is also an accomplished fine art photographer whose work has been exhibited internationally.

Aaron Ruell
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Derek Aaron Ruell
Stage Name:	Aaron Ruell
Born:	June 23, 1976 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	Fresno, California, United States
Ethnicity:	White American
Height:	5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Religion:	The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormonism)
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Ruell
Spouse:	Julia "Yuka" Ruell
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Charlie Ruell and Ella Ruell
Occupation:	Director, Photographer, Actor, Nationality: American
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early Life and Education

Aaron Ruell was born on June 23, 1976, in Fresno, California, United States. He is of White American ethnicity and was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ruell. There is no publicly available information about Aaron Ruell‘s siblings.

He was raised in the nearby city of Clovis, California, in a Latter-day Saint (Mormon) family, where he developed a passion for photography and filmmaking from an early age.

Aaron graduated from Clovis West High School in 1994 before studying Film at Brigham Young University, where he met future collaborators who helped launch his career in filmmaking.

Career

Aaron Ruell began his entertainment career as a photographer and aspiring filmmaker while studying at Brigham Young University. His breakthrough came in 2004 when he portrayed the socially awkward but lovable Kip Dynamite in the independent comedy Napoleon Dynamite.

The film became an unexpected global success and earned cult-classic status, making Ruell instantly recognizable to audiences worldwide. He later reprised the role in the Napoleon Dynamite animated television series.

Following the success of Napoleon Dynamite, Ruell shifted much of his focus behind the camera. He wrote and directed the short films Mary and Everything’s Gone Green, both of which premiered at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival.

As a commercial director, he has created award-winning advertisements for major international brands including Nintendo, T-Mobile, Coca-Cola, and Burger King.

Alongside filmmaking, Ruell has established himself as a respected photographer, publishing books and exhibiting his work in galleries across the United States. His ability to blend visual storytelling with a distinctive artistic style has earned him recognition in both advertising and fine art photography.

Awards and Nominations

• Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Movie Rockstar Moment for Napoleon Dynamite.
• Named one of advertising’s most promising new directors by SHOOT Magazine.
• Recognized by Creativity Magazine as one of the emerging commercial directors to watch.
• Earned critical acclaim for Mary and Everything’s Gone Green, both of which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

Social Media

• He does not have social media account.

Personal Life

Aaron Ruell, 50 years old, is married to Julia “Yuka” Ruell. The couple have two children Charlie Ruell and Ella Ruell.

There is no publicly available information about Aaron Ruell’s past relationships before his marriage. He stands 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall.

Aaron enjoys photography, filmmaking, travelling, vintage mopeds, and creative design. He and his wife previously participated in the Los Angeles Latebirds, a moped enthusiasts’ group, and later relocated from California to Portland, Oregon, where he continues his work as a director and photographer.

Net Worth

Aaron Ruell has a net worth of approximately $2 million USD. His income is generated through commercial directing, photography, acting, writing, and filmmaking.

His work on Napoleon Dynamite, together with his successful career directing advertising campaigns and producing fine art photography, has contributed to his financial success.

Filmography

Film

• Napoleon Dynamite (2004)
• Mary (2005) (Writer and Director)
• Everything’s Gone Green (2005) (Writer and Director)
• The Problem with Percival (2006)
• On the Road with Judas (2007)

Television

• Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! (2005) (Voice)
• Napoleon Dynamite (2012) (Voice of Kip Dynamite)

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