Michelle Mylett is a Canadian actress best known for her fan-favorite role as Katy on the long-running comedy series Letterkenny.
From a small town on Vancouver Island to becoming one of Canadian television’s most recognizable comedic actresses, Mylett has built a career defined by sharp wit and emotional depth. This biography covers her early life, career, personal life, and net worth.
Profile
| Full Name | Robyn Michelle Mylett |
| Born | January 4, 1989 |
| Age | 37 years old (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Actress, Podcaster |
| Height | 5 ft 6½ in (approx. 1.69 m) |
| Siblings | Older brother Richard; cousin Mikayla Mary |
| Partner | Jesse Antler (longtime boyfriend) |
| Net Worth | Estimated $2 million |
| Known For | Letterkenny, Bad Blood, El Camino Christmas, American Dreamer |
Early Life
Robyn Michelle Mylett was born on January 4, 1989, and raised in Ladysmith, a small town on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. She has an older brother, Richard, and a cousin, Mikayla Mary. Growing up watching her mother enjoy romantic comedies and television sitcoms sparked Mylett’s early curiosity about acting and performance. After completing high school, she briefly worked as a cheerleader for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League before pursuing acting full time, eventually relocating to Toronto, Ontario, to build her career.
Education
Detailed information about Michelle Mylett’s formal education beyond high school in British Columbia is not widely publicized, though she pursued acting classes and training to develop her craft before launching her professional career.
Career
Michelle Mylett’s first professional acting job came in 2013 with a role in the Canadian horror film Antisocial, directed by Jason Filmore, when she was 24 years old. She followed this with roles in The Drownsman (2014) and She Stoops to Conquer, as well as supporting television roles in Ascension, The Strain, and Lost Girl.
Mylett’s career-defining role came in 2016 when she was cast as Katy, the confident and quick-witted sister of Wayne, in the Crave Originals comedy series Letterkenny. The show, based on a YouTube web series called Letterkenny Problems and filmed in Sudbury, Ontario, follows the residents of a fictional rural Ontario town and became a cult hit for its rapid-fire dialogue and distinctive comedic style. Mylett starred in all 12 seasons of the series through its finale in December 2023, becoming one of its most beloved cast members alongside Jared Keeso and Nathan Dales.
Beyond Letterkenny, Mylett appeared in the CBC series Four in the Morning, the Netflix mob drama miniseries Bad Blood (based on Montreal mob boss Vito Rizzuto) alongside Anthony LaPaglia and Kim Coates, and the Netflix holiday comedy El Camino Christmas (2017) alongside Tim Allen, Vincent D’Onofrio, Dax Shepard, and Jessica Alba. She also starred in Kiss and Cry, The Curse of Buckout Road, and Was I Really Kidnapped. In 2022, she appeared in the feature film American Dreamer opposite Peter Dinklage and Shirley MacLaine, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
In November 2024, Mylett launched a weekly podcast called Spare Parts with fellow Letterkenny actor Evan Stern, in which the two rewatch and discuss all 81 episodes of the series while sharing behind-the-scenes stories. She has also branched into business, partnering with Canadian skincare brand Relativ Skin.
Awards & Nominations
- Canadian Screen Award nomination – Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role in a Comedy Series, for Letterkenny (2020)
- Canadian Screen Award nomination – Best Ensemble Performance in a Comedy, shared with cast (2025)
Social Media
Michelle Mylett maintains an active social media presence where she shares updates on her acting career, her Spare Parts podcast, and glimpses of her personal life, including moments with her family.
Personal Life
Michelle Mylett is in a long-term relationship with her boyfriend, Jesse Antler, with the couple reportedly together since around 2018. Antler largely stays out of the public spotlight. Mylett has spoken fondly on social media about her close relationship with her family, including nostalgic moments with her grandmother.
Net Worth
Michelle Mylett has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, built primarily through her long-running starring role on Letterkenny, supporting film and television roles, and more recently her podcasting and skincare business ventures.
Filmography
- Antisocial (2013)
- The Drownsman (2014)
- The Strain (2014) as Receptionist Laura
- Lost Girl (2015) as Maggie
- Four in the Morning (2016) as Jamie
- Letterkenny (2016–2023) as Katy
- El Camino Christmas (2017)
- Bad Blood (2017) as Sophie
- Kiss and Cry (2017)
- The Curse of Buckout Road
- Was I Really Kidnapped as Elle
- American Dreamer (2022)
FAQs
Who is Michelle Mylett?
Michelle Mylett is a Canadian actress best known for playing Katy in the comedy series Letterkenny.
How old is Michelle Mylett?
Michelle Mylett was born on January 4, 1989, making her 37 years old as of 2026.
Is Michelle Mylett married?
No, she is not married but has been in a long-term relationship with boyfriend Jesse Antler.
Does Michelle Mylett have a podcast?
Yes, she co-hosts Spare Parts with former Letterkenny co-star Evan Stern, launched in November 2024.
Conclusion
From a small town on Vancouver Island to becoming a beloved fixture of Canadian comedy television, Michelle Mylett’s portrayal of Katy on Letterkenny cemented her as one of the country’s most recognizable young actresses.
With her podcast Spare Parts keeping the Letterkenny spirit alive and continued film work, Michelle Mylett remains an active and evolving presence in entertainment.