- Source of Wealth: Film and Television
- Age: 54
- Birth Place: Seattle, Washington, U.S.A
- Height: 6′ 2″ (1.88 m)
- Weight: 84 kg (185.19 lbs)
- Marital Status: Married (Holiday Reinhorn)
- Full Name: Rainn Dietrich Wilson
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: January 20, 1966
- Ethnicity: English and Norwegian
- Occupation: Actor and Comedian
- Education: New Trier High School, New York University, University of Washington, Shorecrest High School, Tisch School of the Arts and Tufts University
- Children: 1 (Walter McKenzie)
Rainn Dietrich Wilson is one of Hollywood’s rising comedians with an estimated net worth of $14 million.
Rainn Wilson, born on January 20, 1966, in Seattle, Washington, was popularly recognized in the popular black comedy The Office. However, his sense of humor in acting has been seen in award-winning series like Six Feet Under and Entourage. He also played a minor role in the popular movie Almost Famous.
Wilson started his acting roots in theatre and was an actor and a teacher at the same time. He was a member of the acclaimed The Acting Company, appearing in some of New York’s theatrical productions.
His role as Dwight Schrute in the show The Office catapulted him into stardom. Other than appearing in films and taking in minor roles, Wilson is a popular voice over animator, appearing in animated films like Monster vs. Aliens. He is also involved in many charitable works. His comedic skills are slowly gaining him popularity in the Hollywood scene.