Kendall Schmidt Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Parents, Films, Music, Wife, Child, Awards

Kendall Francis Schmidt, widely recognized as Kendall Schmidt, is an American singer-songwriter, music producer, and actor best known for his role as Kendall Knight in the Nickelodeon series Big Time Rush and as a member of the boy band of the same name.

With a career that spans acting, music, and production, Schmidt has captivated audiences with his charm and talent, both on screen and through his musical endeavors with Big Time Rush and his duo, Heffron Drive.

His multifaceted career has established him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Kendall Francis Schmidt
• Stage Name: Kendall Schmidt
• Born: November 2, 1990
• Age: 34 years old
• Birthplace: Wichita, Kansas, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Actor
• Height: 1.80m
• Parents: Kathy Schmidt and Kent Schmidt
• Siblings: Kenneth Schmidt, Kevin Schmidt
• Spouse: Mica von Turkovich (m. 2023)
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $8 million

Early Life and Education

Kendall Francis Schmidt was born on November 2, 1990, in Wichita, Kansas, to Kathy Schmidt and Kent Schmidt. He grew up alongside his older brothers, Kenneth Schmidt and Kevin Schmidt, both of whom are also actors.

Raised in Andover, Kansas, his family relocated to Burbank, California, when he was 10 to support his acting ambitions. Schmidt was homeschooled, allowing him flexibility to pursue his career from a young age. He is of German descent, and his religion is Roman Catholicism.

Career

Kendall Francis Schmidt began his career at age five, appearing in a Chex TV commercial. By nine, he served as a stand-in and body double for Haley Joel Osment in Steven Spielberg’s A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001).

His early acting roles included guest appearances on shows like ER, Frasier, Gilmore Girls, and CSI: Miami, as well as minor film roles in Minority Report (2002) and According to Spencer (2001). His passion for music also emerged early, and in 2008, he co-founded the pop duo Heffron Drive with Dustin Belt, named after their street in Burbank.

Schmidt’s breakthrough came in 2009 when he was cast as Kendall Knight in Nickelodeon’s Big Time Rush, a comedy series about a boy band. The show’s success, with its premiere drawing 6.8 million viewers, launched Schmidt and his bandmates—James Maslow, Carlos PenaVega, and Logan Henderson—into stardom.

As part of the real-life Big Time Rush band, signed by Columbia Records, Schmidt contributed to their debut album, BTR (2010), which reached number 3 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold. The band released two more albums, Elevate (2011) and 24/Seven (2013), and starred in Big Time Movie (2012), touring globally until their hiatus in 2014.

After Big Time Rush ended, Schmidt returned to Heffron Drive, releasing their first single, “Parallel,” in 2014 through his label, TOLBooth Records. The duo’s subsequent releases, including “Living Room” (2017) and “Separate Lives” (2018), showcased his songwriting and production skills.

Big Time Rush reunited in 2021 for performances and released their album Another Life in 2023, accompanied by the “Can’t Get Enough Tour.” Schmidt’s ongoing work as a performer, songwriter, and producer, along with his engagement with fans through charity and social media, underscores his lasting influence in music and entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @kendallschmidt
• Facebook Handle: Kendall Schmidt
• Twitter Handle: @HeffronDrive

Personal Life

Kendall Schmidt married Mica von Turkovich in 2023 after a seven-year relationship, and the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Maple, in 2024. Previously, he dated bilingual pop singer Sofia Reyes from 2012 to 2017.

Discography

• BTR (2010)
• Elevate (2011)
• 24/Seven (2013)
• Another Life (2023)

Filmography

• According to Spencer (2001)
• Minority Report (2002)
• Big Time Movie (2012)

Net Worth

Kendall Schmidt has an estimated net worth of $8 million. His wealth is primarily derived from his successful music career with Big Time Rush, including album sales, tours, and royalties, as well as his work with Heffron Drive through TOLBooth Records. Further income comes from his acting roles in television and film, guest appearances, and music production ventures.