Rick Shelford Bio, Age, Net Worth, Married, Deadliest Catch

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Rick Shelford Bio, Age, Net Worth, Married, Deadliest Catch

Learn all about Deadliest Catch’s newest cast member, Rick Shelford. The latest premiere of the show’s new season introduces Rick to the show’s fans. Here we discuss her age, net worth, marriage and more.

So, keep scrolling down to find out all about Rick.

Rick Shelford On Deadliest Catch

New season Deadliest Catch premiered on April 18, 2023 and one of the actors for this season is Rick Shelford.

Third-generation crab Rick hopes to continue the family tradition of living continuously on the water for more than a century. On the F/V Aleutian Lady, he joins Captain Sean Dwyer, who is also trying to build a new legend.

Rick started as a greenhorn in 1997, quickly moving up the deck, then engineer, then captain of the F/V Aleutian Lady. Using his extensive experience in longline fishing, pot cod and crab, in 2012 Rick Jr. transitioned to a fleet management position where he was responsible for the readiness and troubleshooting of the entire ship. Rick Jr. proficient in cooling, hydraulics and propulsion systems.

He works for his father’s company Shelford Fisheries.

This season will feature the youngest and most diverse cast yet of the reality series as a new generation of captains, including famous authors, new captains, and deckhands hoping for more, paired with fan-favorite captains.

While it’s still challenging to catch Alaskan crab, the exorbitant cost of seafood forces crews to go to the Bering Sea to get their fair share. To defend their fishing grounds, new and returning cast members need to set aside their conflicts.

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After the show premiered, Rick took to his IG and announced, “Here it is!!! The first preview of the new season of Deadliest Catch. I hope you all will join me to watch all the fun and crazy adventures. #deadliestcatch #aleutianlady #discoverychannel #fishing #fishinglife #beringsea #alaskacrabbers #alaska #crab.”

What is Rick Shelford’s Net Worth?

Rick Shelford’s estimated net worth is over $750 thousand.

Rick started working on boats at the age of 9. He worked as a deckhand until the age of 23 and got the opportunity to run his boat at the age of 25.

Rick stopped fishing in 2012 and did management work in the industry. However, after his uncle’s accident in 2019, he returned to sea bearing. He is a graduate of Snohomish County Christian School and King High School.

According to his Facebook, he works at Shelford Boats.

Age of Rick Shelford

Born in February 1978, Rick Shelford Jr. aged 45 (until 2023).

Who Are Rick Shelford’s Parents?

Rick Shelford is the son of Rick Shelford Sr and Heidi Shelfrod.

Rick Sr. started Shelford Fisheries in 1995 but not before running and owning its fair share of commercial fishing vessels.

Rick grew up in Homer, Alaska where he grew up on and around boats. When he was 20 he bought into his first vessel the Polar Lady and then soon after ventured into the purchase of the Aleutian Lady with his business partner at the time. Around 1988 they sold Polar Lady and around 1995 Rick bought Aleutian Lady outright and has grown it into the company you see today.

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Rick shared that he had a lot of animosity towards his father growing up because he couldn’t spend time with him because of their family business. However, now that he is in the industry, he understands it and praises it, and has a lot of respect for it.

Furthermore, Rick shares his birthday with his mother and grandfather Soren Sorensen. Both his parents are now 66 years old.

As for siblings, he has at least one younger sister Alyssa Hoffman who is 35 years old. Alyssa is the Owner and Founder of Sprig Flower Co. He is happily married with two children.

Both of his grandfathers fished in the Bering Sea which allowed him to be involved in the fishing industry from an early age. Rick’s maternal grandfather came to America from Norway when he was 19 years old. His paternal grandfather grew up in Homer, Alaska, and started fishing.

All of his uncles had been in the fishing industry all their lives.

Is Rick Shelford Married?

Yes, Rick Shelford is married and his wife’s name is Veleska Shelford. They reportedly met on July 14, 2017. Then they tied the knot on August 12, 2018.

On Valentine’s Day 2023, Rick congratulated his wife, “I know it’s Super Bowl Sunday and two days before Valentine’s Day. But I have to say, it doesn’t matter who wins the Super Bowl and every day is Valentine’s Day. I won everything when @veleskamae became my bride. I am the luckiest man alive to have you in my life❤️❤️❤️.”

Back in August 2022, Rick celebrated their anniversary with a caption that read, “Happy Anniversary my love forever?❤️?. I am so grateful you came into my life. Your beauty, passion and love have made me the happiest man! I love you Veleska Shelford❤️❤️❤️❤️?.”

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Rick and Veleska have four children together. Rick has three daughters from the former. The eldest son is 18 years old, the second daughter is 15 years old, and the youngest is 13 years old. Veleska has a 15-year-old son.

You can find Veleska on Instagram (@veleskamae).

Before Veleska, Rick had been married once before. Around 2012, Rick and his ex-wife Kathlyn Hughes separated and he got custody of his children and he stopped fishing to focus on his children.

Kathlyn is currently based in Monroe, Washington. He attended King’s High School and studied Psychology at Northwest College.

Additionally, Kathlyn worked at Pacific Sleep Center, Kolstrand, Coldwater Creek, and King’s Schools. She is currently married to her husband Soren J Hughes since June 2014.

Rick Shelford’s height

Rick Shelford’s height measures over 5 feet 11 inches.

Related FAQs

  • Is Rick Shelford On Instagram?

Yes, Rick Shelford can be found on Instagram and Facebook.

  • When Is Rick Shelford’s Birthday?

Rick Shelford celebrates his birthday on February 26.

  • Where Was Rick Shelford Born?

Rick Shelford was born in Seattle, Washington.

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