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Richard Rankin (born Richard Harris) is a Scottish actor best known for portraying Roger Wakefield MacKenzie in the Starz series Outlander since 2016 and Detective Sergeant John Rebus in the BBC series Rebus. Born on January 4, 1983, in Rutherglen, Scotland, he initially studied IT before pursuing acting after inspiration from a trip to Los Angeles. He gained early recognition in the Scottish sketch show Burnistoun and theatre productions like Black Watch.
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As of 2026, Richard Rankin’s estimated net worth is $1-1.5 million. This wealth has been accumulated through his career as a actor, as well as acting roles in tv series like outlander and rebus, films, theatre.
Rankin rose to international fame with his role as Roger in Outlander, appearing in over 45 episodes; he leads the 2024 Rebus adaptation of Ian Rankin’s novels. Earlier highlights include Captain Thomas Gillan in The Crimson Field, various BBC dramas like Silent Witness and Thirteen, and theatre work earning Olivier-related acclaim with Black Watch. Awards include Best Actor at Glasgow 48 Hour Film Project and a Satellite Award for Outlander ensemble.
Richard Rankin married Australian entrepreneur Sammie Russell on July 10, 2025, at Hopetoun House in Scotland, with Outlander castmates like Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan in attendance.
Richard Rankin’s estimated net worth in 2026 is $1-1.5 million.
Richard Rankin is a actor.
Richard Rankin is currently with Sammie Russell (married July 2025).