American actor Rob McElhenney is gaining popularity as one half of the Wrexham celebrity ownership duo alongside Ryan Reynolds.
The two purchased the Welsh club in 2020 and have guided the team back to the Football League for the first time in 15 years.
Their ownership, which is detailed as part of the popular streaming show Welcome to Wrexham, has gained global acclaim not just for their investment, but also for their integration into the club history and fabric.
While Reynolds is the more well-known individual, McElhenney is also a popular Hollywood actor and himself has a serious following, especially in his hometown of Philadelphia. The Sporting News brings you all the details on where McElhenney hails from, his acting career, and his pathway to purchasing Wrexham.
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Who is Rob McElhenney?
Born in Philadelphia, Rob McElhenney is a Hollywood actor who is best known for his role as Ronald “Mac” McDonald on the FX show It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia.
A graduate of Temple University, McElhenney is Philadelphia through-and-through. His wife, Kaitlin Olson, is also a main actress from It’s Always Sunny, and the two were married in 2008.
McElhenney currently co-stars in an AppleTV+…
