Wyatt Oleff Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Parents, TV Shows, Instagram

Wyatt Oleff is an American actor and director known for his roles in horror and superhero films, notably as Stanley Uris in It and young Peter Quill in the Guardians of the Galaxy series.

Born on July 13, 2003, in Chicago, Illinois, he has established himself as a promising young talent in Hollywood with a growing presence in both acting and filmmaking.

Profile

• Full Name: Wyatt Jess Oleff
• Stage Name: Wyatt Oleff
• Born: July 13, 2003
• Age: 21 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Actor, Director, and YouTuber
• Height: 1.73 m
• Parents: Doug Oleff (father), and Jennifer Oleff (mother, artist)
• Siblings: 2, Eli Oleff (older brother)
• Spouse: Erin
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $600,000–$2 million

Early Life and Education

Wyatt Jess Oleff was born on July 13, 2003, in Chicago, Illinois, to Doug Oleff, a businessman who co-owns CHALK Preschools, and Jennifer Oleff, a Los Angeles-based artist educated at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His paternal grandparents are of Ashkenazi Jewish descent, contributing to his Russian Jewish heritage, though his religious affiliation is often listed as Roman Catholic or unspecified.

Wyatt has an older brother, Eli Oleff, who works with the charity Teen Cancer America. Despite some sources claiming he has two sisters, this is unconfirmed, and he likely has only one sibling.

Raised in a creatively nurturing household, Wyatt expressed interest in acting at age five, fascinated by storytelling and role-playing. His family relocated to Los Angeles when he was seven to expand their preschool business and support his acting aspirations.

He attended local schools in Chicago and later in Los Angeles, graduating from high school with honors. Alongside academics, he took acting and dance classes, balancing education with early audition

Career

Wyatt’s acting career began in 2012 with a minor role as Young George in the TV series Animal Practice. His first break came with a Coldwell Banker commercial, providing early on-camera experience. In 2013, he guest-starred as Young Rumplestiltskin in Once Upon a Time, mastering a Scottish accent with a dialect coach.

He also appeared in Suburgatory, Shake It Up, and Scorpion. His film debut was in 2014’s Someone Marry Barry, followed by his role as young Peter Quill in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and its 2017 sequel, earning him recognition.

His standout performance came as Stanley Uris in It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019), showcasing his ability to convey fear and depth. In 2020, he starred as Stanley Barber in Netflix’s I Am Not Okay with This, a role praised for its comedic and emotional range.

Wyatt has ventured into directing, helming short films like Oh, Sorry (2020, also played Sam) and Writer’s Block (2020). He appeared in Apple TV’s City on Fire (2023) and the music video for Sia’s “Santa’s Coming for Us” (2017).

As a YouTuber (@WyattOleff), he started posting skits in 2017, amassing thousands of subscribers. He supports independent film projects and is exploring new roles, with no specific upcoming projects announced as of 2025.

A notable 2017 Twitter feud with James Charles over Charles’ criticism of It highlighted Wyatt’s loyalty to his work, though the conflict was resolved amicably. His advocacy for mental health and youth empowerment enhances his influence.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: Crest Award, Catalina Film Festival, for Guardians of the Galaxy (2017)
• Won: MTV Movie & TV Awards, Best On-Screen Team for It (2018, shared with Finn Wolfhard, Sophia Lillis, Jaeden Martell, Jack Dylan Grazer, Jeremy Ray Taylor, Chosen Jacobs)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @wyattoleff
• Twitter Handle: @wyattoleff
• Facebook Handle: Wyatt Oleff
• YouTube Handle: @WyattOleff

Personal Life

Wyatt resides in Los Angeles, California, and is in a relationship with Erin, a digital artist known as @cactiluna, since at least late 2018. They celebrated their one-and-a-half-year anniversary in May 2020, sharing affectionate posts on Instagram.

Wyatt is straight, with no rumors suggesting otherwise. He is close to his family, crediting his parents’ support for his career, and maintains a warm relationship with his brother, Eli, who visited him on the set.

Wyatt owns a pet dog named RoRo and is an avid video game player, occasionally prioritizing gaming over schoolwork.

His hobbies include sketching, playing PC games on a customized liquid-cooled rig, and traveling (favorite destination: Dublin). He admires actors Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Emma Stone and rapper Eminem.

Wyatt supports charities like Teen Cancer America and advocates for mental health and youth empowerment. He enjoys Spanish food, particularly pizza, and has a quirky, fun-loving personality.

Filmography

• Animal Practice (2012, TV series) – Young George
• Middle Age Rage (2013, TV movie) – Guest role
• Suburgatory (2013, TV series) – Guest role
• Shake It Up (2013, TV series) – Guest role
• Once Upon a Time (2013, TV series) – Young Rumplestiltskin
• Scorpion (2014, TV series) – Guest role
• Someone Marry Barry (2014, film) – Supporting role
• Guardians of the Galaxy (2014, film) – Young Peter Quill
• Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017, film) – Young Peter Quill
• It (2017, film) – Stanley Uris
• It Chapter Two (2019, film) – Young Stanley Uris
• Oh, Sorry (2020, short film) – Sam (also director)
• Writer’s Block (2020, short film) – Director
• I Am Not Okay with This (2020, Netflix series) – Stanley Barber
• The Traveling Men (2020, film) – Austin Bailey
• City on Fire (2023, Apple TV series) – Role unspecified
• Santa’s Coming for Us (2017, music video) – Appearance

Net Worth

Wyatt Oleff’s net worth is estimated at $600,000–$2 million. His earnings stem from roles in high-grossing films like It ($700.4 million box office), Guardians of the Galaxy, and I Am Not Okay with This, plus YouTube revenue and minor endorsements. Estimates vary, with 2020 figures citing $500,000–$900,000 and 2023–2024 reports suggesting up to $2 million, reflecting career growth.