What Is Robb Wells’ Net Worth?
Robb Wells, a Canadian actor, comedian, and screenwriter, has accumulated a net worth of $2.5 million. He is best known for his portrayal of Ricky LaFleur in the popular television series “Trailer Park Boys”. His journey to this net worth includes various acting roles, screenwriting, and business ventures.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Robert Christopher “Robb” Wells was born on March 20, 1971, in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. His father worked as a forensic expert with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). At the age of eight, Wells moved to Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. He attended Saint Mary’s University and graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Before his acting career took off, Wells and his friend John Paul Tremblay owned and managed a successful chain of pizza restaurants called J.R. Capone’s. To entertain themselves, they created short video skits that eventually led to the creation of “Trailer Park Boys”.
“Trailer Park Boys” and Subsequent Ventures
The “Trailer Park Boys” franchise significantly contributed to Robb Wells’ net worth. The mockumentary series, created by Mike Clattenburg, premiered in 2001 and quickly gained a cult following. Wells not only starred as Ricky but also contributed to the writing. In 2013, Wells, along with John Paul Tremblay and Mike Smith, acquired the rights to “Trailer Park Boys” and started producing new content through their internet streaming network, SwearNet.com. Trailer Park Boys Incorporated, previously known as Swear Net Holdings Inc., was incorporated in Nova Scotia on March 18, 2013, with Incorporation Number 3270704. Seasons 8 through 12 of Trailer Park Boys aired on Netflix, beginning on September 5, 2014.
Aside from “Trailer Park Boys”, Robb Wells has appeared in several other films and television series. In 2002, he was in “Virginia’s Run”, where he played a character similar to Ricky. He also appeared in “The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day”. In 2010, he reunited with his “Trailer Park Boys” co-stars in “The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour”. Other film credits include “Hobo with a Shotgun” (2011), where his name was mistakenly credited as “Rob Wells”, and “Would You Rather” (2012). Wells also provided voice work for the animated series “Archer”, specifically in the third season episode titled “The Limited”, where he voiced a radical Nova Scotian separatist freedom fighter/terrorist. His Trailer Park Boys co-stars John Paul Tremblay and Mike Smith also had credited voice-over roles in the episode.
Other Projects and Income Streams
Robb Wells’ income is supplemented by his involvement in various other projects. He has directed episodes of “Gettin’ Cooked with Ricky” (2024), “Trailer Park Boys: Jail Shorts”, and “Randy’s Reach” (2023). He also directed “Puppetry Fucketry Improv Hour” (2020–2023), and “Swearnet Studios”. Other directing credits include “Trailer Park Boys: Park After Dark”, “Trailer Park Boys: Live at Red Rocks” and several “Trailer Park Boys” movie specials. In 1998, Robb Wells and John Paul Tremblay collaborated with experienced actor John Dunsworth to produce a short film titled “One Last Shot.” This film received awards for best actor and best cinematography.
Wells’ continues to diversify his roles within the entertainment industry, contributing to his financial stability and overall net worth. While specific details regarding his earnings from SwearNet.com are not publicly available, the acquisition and continued production of “Trailer Park Boys” content undoubtedly provide a significant and ongoing revenue stream.