Rhett and Link Bio: Age, Net Worth, Kids, Families, Parents, Wives, Height

Biography

Rhett James McLaughlin and Charles Lincoln “Link” Neal III, better known as Rhett & Link, are a comedy duo famous for their hit YouTube series Good Mythical Morning.

Rhett (born October 11, 1977, in Georgia) and Link (born June 1, 1978, in North Carolina) first met on the first day of first grade in 1984 at Buies Creek Elementary School in North Carolina. Their friendship began with a shared classroom punishment and grew into a lifelong creative partnership.

Both studied engineering at North Carolina State University—Rhett specializing in civil engineering and Link in industrial engineering—but they eventually left their corporate careers to pursue entertainment full-time.

Since launching their YouTube channel in 2006, they’ve built a massive online following with their unique mix of comedy, sketches, and offbeat challenges. Now based in Los Angeles, they run Mythical Entertainment, expanding their brand through podcasts like Ear Biscuits, merchandise, and other ventures, solidifying their place as pioneers of internet culture.

American comedy duo
Rhett and Link
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Rhett James McLaughlin and Charles Lincoln “Link” Neal III
Stage Name:	Rhett and Link
Active:	2001 (age 24 years old)
Place of Birth:	United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	North Carolina State University
Height:	200 cm and 183 cm
Parents:	Jim McLaughlin, Diane McLaughlin, Charles Lincoln II, Sue Capps
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse(s):	Jessie McLaughlin and Christy White Neal
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Comedian • Content Creator
Net Worth:	$40 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Rhett McLaughlin

Rhett James McLaughlin was born on October 11, 1977, in Macon, Georgia, but his family soon relocated to Buies Creek, North Carolina, where he spent most of his childhood.

Of European descent, Rhett grew up in a Christian household, specifically within the evangelical tradition. His family attended a Baptist church in North Carolina, and he has openly discussed his religious upbringing on their podcast, Ear Biscuits. In adulthood, however, he gradually distanced himself from organized religion, identifying more as a skeptic or agnostic.

His parents, Jim McLaughlin and Diane McLaughlin, provided a stable, middle-class upbringing—his father worked as a law professor while his mother was a homemaker. Rhett also has an older brother, Cole McLaughlin, though little public information is available about him.

Rhett attended Harnett Central High School in Angier, North Carolina, where he excelled academically and formed a close friendship with Link Neal. After high school, he pursued civil engineering at North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh, earning a Bachelor’s degree. While his education provided a strong technical background, his creative collaborations with Link ultimately led him down a different career path.

Link Neal

Charles Lincoln “Link” Neal III was born on June 1, 1978, in Boone, North Carolina. However, he spent most of his childhood in Buies Creek after his family relocated there.

Like Rhett, Link is of European descent and grew up in a Christian household, attending the same Baptist church in Buies Creek. His family followed evangelical beliefs, though he began questioning his faith in adulthood, a journey he has openly discussed on their podcast, Ear Biscuits.

Link’s mother, Sue Capps, had him at a young age, around 16 or 17. She later married Charles Lincoln “Chuck” Neal Jr., who became Link’s stepfather and gave him his name. Details about Link’s biological father are not widely documented, but Sue and Chuck raised him together. He also has a half-sister, Christine Neal, from his mother’s marriage to Chuck, though he keeps much of his family life private.

Link attended Harnett Central High School, where his friendship with Rhett deepened through shared classes and comedic antics. He later pursued industrial engineering at North Carolina State University, earning a Bachelor’s degree. While his technical education provided a strong foundation, his creative partnership with Rhett ultimately led him away from engineering and into entertainment.

Career

Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal didn’t start their careers as entertainers—they started as engineers. Both graduated from North Carolina State University, with Rhett earning a degree in civil engineering and Link in industrial engineering. Rhett briefly worked at Black & Veatch, while Link took a job at IBM.

However, their lifelong friendship, which began in 1984 on the first day of first grade, proved stronger than their corporate ambitions. By the early 2000s, they left their engineering careers behind to pursue entertainment full-time, driven by creativity, ambition, and an unshakable partnership.

Their early work revolved around comedy, music, and video production. In 2001, they founded Rhett & Link, Inc., focusing on commercials and short films. They gained early recognition for comedic songs like The Vasectomy Song, and their viral ad campaign for a North Carolina car dealership hinted at their unique ability to blend absurdity with mainstream appeal.

Their career took a major turn with the rise of YouTube. In 2006, they launched their channel, posting sketches and music videos that slowly gained traction. Their breakthrough came in 2012 with Good Mythical Morning (GMM), a daily talk show featuring quirky challenges, taste tests (e.g., Will It Taco?), and their signature offbeat humor.

Originally filmed in North Carolina, the show’s consistent weekday schedule at 6 a.m. EST helped build a devoted fanbase, the “Mythical Beasts.” By 2025, GMM had surpassed 2,500 episodes, transforming from a low-budget experiment into a polished production with millions of subscribers.

As their YouTube empire expanded, so did their business ventures. In 2017, they launched Mythical Entertainment, later acquiring fellow YouTube giant Smosh. Based in Los Angeles, Mythical evolved into a multimedia company spanning books (The Lost Causes of Bleak Creek, Rhett & Link’s Book of Mythicality), a top-ranking podcast (Ear Biscuits), and live performances like the Tour of Mythicality. Their music remained a core element of their brand, with viral hits like Rub Some Bacon on It and My OCD, as well as comedic rap battles showcasing their lyrical creativity.

Beyond content, Rhett & Link became entrepreneurs. Their Mythical brand sells merchandise ranging from hoodies and mugs to quirky items like Mythical Bacon Jerky, while their subscription service, the Mythical Society, offers exclusive content. High-profile collaborations with brands like Wendy’s, Toyota, and Hot Pockets brought in sponsorships without compromising their signature absurdity, earning them multiple Streamy and Webby Awards.

By February 22, 2025, Rhett & Link had built an entertainment empire with over 18 million subscribers—yet at the heart of it all remained the same playful, authentic friendship that started in a North Carolina classroom.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Rhett & Link
• YouTube: Rhett & Link’s Wonderhole
• Instagram: Rhett & Link (@mythical)
• Twitter: Rhett & Link (@Mythical) · X
• Facebook: Rhett and Link

Personal Life

Rhett McLaughlin

Born on October 11, 1977, Rhett McLaughlin is 47 years old.

He is married to Jessie McLaughlin, whom he met during their time at North Carolina State University. The couple dated for several years before getting married on March 29, 2001, in a ceremony that reflected their Southern roots. Over two decades later, their marriage remains strong, with Rhett frequently crediting Jessie as a pillar of support in both his personal and creative endeavors.

Rhett and Jessie have two sons: Locke McLaughlin, born in 2004, and Shepherd McLaughlin, born around 2008. While the family maintains a relatively private life, Rhett occasionally shares amusing stories about fatherhood on Good Mythical Morning and Ear Biscuits.

Standing at an impressive 6 feet 7 inches (200 cm), Rhett‘s towering height has become a signature part of his on-screen persona, often humorously contrasted with Link’s shorter stature.

Link Neal

Born on June 1, 1978, Link Neal is 46 years old.

He is married to Christy White Neal, whom he met while attending North Carolina State University. Introduced through mutual friends in the same social circle as Rhett and Jessie, Link and Christy quickly formed a connection. He proposed during a trip to California, and they married on June 3, 2000, in Kinston, North Carolina. Over two decades later, their marriage remains strong, with Christy often described as Link’s steadying presence amid his eccentric personality.

Link and Christy have three children: Lillian “Lily” Grace Neal, born in 2003; Charles Lincoln “Lando” Neal IV, born in 2005; and a third son, Lincoln Neal, born around 2010. The family values privacy, though Link occasionally shares humorous parenting anecdotes on Good Mythical Morning and Ear Biscuits.

Standing at 6 feet (183 cm) tall, Link is noticeably shorter than Rhett, a height difference they frequently joke about in sketches and GMM segments.

Net Worth

Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, known as Rhett & Link, have a combined net worth estimated at around $40 million, with each reportedly worth approximately $20 million individually.

Their wealth stems primarily from their YouTube success, anchored by Good Mythical Morning, which boasts over 18 million subscribers and billions of views, generating substantial ad revenue and sponsorship deals.

Through Mythical Entertainment, their company has diversified income with ventures like podcasts (Ear Biscuits), books (The Lost Causes of Bleak Creek), merchandise, and the acquisition of Smosh, a deal valued at around $10 million.

Annual earnings have soared, with Forbes reporting $30 million in 2021 alone, reflecting their status as top-tier digital creators. Their net worth continues to grow as they expand into live shows, subscriptions like the Mythical Society, and investments in emerging creators, solidifying their financial empire built on comedy and friendship.