Average Rob Biography: YouTube, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Awards, Real Name, Instagram, Parents, Height, Age

Robert Van Impe, widely recognized as Average Rob, is a Belgian comedian, YouTuber, content creator, actor, and radio personality.

He first gained fame through viral humorous photo edits inserting himself into celebrity pictures, which exploded across platforms like Instagram and 9GAG.

Since launching his YouTube channel in 2018 (and focusing heavily from 2020), he has built a large following by blending comedy with extreme sports challenges, often featuring his younger brother Arno.

Known for his relatable “mediocre dude” persona, bilingual skills, and appearances in films like Cool Abdoul (2021), he has become one of Belgium’s most popular digital creators, also venturing into radio hosting and DJing.

Profile

• Full Name: Robert Van Impe
• Stage Name: Average Rob
• Born: 27 February 1992
• Age: 33 years old
• Birthplace: Overijse, Belgium
• Nationality: Belgian
• Occupation: YouTuber, Comedian, Actor, Content Creator, and Radio Host
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Impe
• Siblings: Arno Van Impe
• Spouse: None
• Partner: Lien
• Children: Theo
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Robert Van Impe was born on 27 February 1992 in Overijse, Belgium, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Impe. He has one younger sibling, brother Arno Van Impe.

He attended Sint-Martinus College in Overijse for secondary education in Sciences-Modern Languages.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in Event and Project Management, followed by a bachelor-after-bachelor in Marketing and Communication from UCLL (University Colleges Leuven-Limburg).

He completed a Master of Arts in Advertising & Marketing at Coventry University. His ethnicity is Belgian, and his religion is not publicly known.

Career

Robert Van Impe started his career in media and comedy around 2015, creating viral humorous content on social media, particularly photo edits featuring himself with celebrities that caught attention from sites like 9GAG, Bored Panda, and BBC.

He worked as a contributor for the Belgian magazine Humo starting in 2016, producing viral videos like Kanye West danst met K3.

He also co-hosted the radio program BOITLYFE on Studio Brussel (StuBru) with Omdat Het Kan, building his profile in Belgian entertainment.

His early social media success, especially on Instagram, brought widespread recognition and set the stage for his transition to video content.

He launched his YouTube channel in February 2018, initially in English, focusing on extreme sports tested with humor, often alongside his brother Arno (Arno the Kid).

From 2020 onward, this became his main focus, producing entertaining challenges like attempting an Ironman triathlon from couch-potato fitness in just months (completing Ironman Klagenfurt in 2023 in 12:26:19).

He expanded into acting, appearing as Boris in the film Cool Abdoul (2021) and other TV roles like in 3Hz (2023). His content evolved to include high-stakes adventures such as the Marathon des Sables, combining comedy, fitness, and production value.

Robert Van Impe continues to thrive as a leading Belgian digital creator with hundreds of thousands of subscribers across platforms.

He performs as a DJ in duo with Omdat Het Kan, including a mainstage set at Tomorrowland in 2024.

His channel features ongoing extreme challenges, merchandise, and collaborations that highlight his growth from viral photo edits to multifaceted entertainer.

His influence endures in Belgian media through relatable humor, family collaborations, and inspiring fitness journeys.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @averagerob
• Facebook Handle: TheAverageRob
• Twitter Handle: @averagerob

Personal Life

Robert Van Impe keeps much of his personal life private but shares family moments on social media.

He is in a relationship with his girlfriend Lien, and they welcomed their first child, a son named Theo, in February 2024 after announcing the pregnancy in October 2023 with a fun video of friends’ and family’s reactions.

Net Worth

Robert Van Impe has an estimated net worth of around $500,000. His main sources of income include YouTube ad revenue and viewership from his popular channel, brand collaborations and sponsorships tied to his comedic and sports content, merchandise sales through his website, and earnings from radio hosting, acting roles, and DJ performances.