Updated: September 21, 2025
Name: Sam Wills
Date of Birth: August 28, 1978 (age 47 years)
Origin: Timaru, New Zealand
Gender: Male
Height: 180 cm
Nationality: New Zealand
Wife: Felicity Redman (married 2009, divorced 2017)
Children: Rafferty Basil Danger Wills
Net Worth: $2 million
Occupation: Prop Comic, Mime Artist, Clown
Genres: Silent comedy, Physical humor, Prop comedy
Biography & Career:
Tape Face, born Sam Wills, is a New Zealand prop comic, mime artist, and clown celebrated for his unique silent and physical style. He began performing at 13, training extensively in clowning and New Circus techniques, which later defined the signature comedy seen in his live shows. Early in his career, Wills performed at festivals and clubs throughout New Zealand, gradually building a reputation for inventive routines and expressive physical humor. His style combines universal appeal with meticulous timing, making him a beloved Tape Face comic worldwide.
International recognition came when Sam Wills Tape Face appeared on Season 11 of America's Got Talent, where he became a finalist. This exposure opened doors for global tours and high-profile performances, including a long-running Tape Face comedy show in Las Vegas at Harrah's, held in a specially designed 200-seat theater. Wills’s performances use props, gestures, and silence to communicate humor, earning critical acclaim for their originality and accessibility. Fans often search for details about Sam Wills wife and personal life, intrigued by the balance between his private world and public persona.
Beyond television, Wills has created multiple recorded works, including The Tape Face Tapes and appearances on Comedy Up Late and BBC Comedy Feeds. Interest in net worth reflects the success of his career, while discussions about family, kids, and early influences highlight the background that shaped the creative energy behind every comedy show and live appearance.
Tape Face Works:
America's Got Talent (Season 11 finalist)
Comedy Up Late (2013)
The Tape Face Tapes (2012)
BBC Comedy Feeds (2012)