Matt Rife

Matt Rife is an American comedian and actor, best known for his self-produced comedy specials Only Fans (2021), Matthew Steven Rife (2023), and Walking Red Flag (2023). He gained popularity with his appearance on the comedy competition series Bring the Funny. Born on September 10, 1995, in Columbus, Ohio, Rife developed an interest in comedy at the age of 14 and started performing professionally at 15. He grew up in North Lewisburg and also lived in New Albany and Mount Vernon. Rife has three older stepsisters and one younger half-sister. Despite facing tragedy early in life when his father died by suicide when he was 17 months old, Rife has found success in the entertainment industry.