Kolten Westfall(I)
- Actor
- Executive
- Manager
**Biography:**
Born on December 25, 1993, in the town of Valparaiso, Indiana, USA, Kolten Westfall quickly became a recognizable face for Abercrombie & Fitch. From May 2010 until September 2014, he was the embodiment of the Abercrombie Kids franchise, enchanting audiences throughout six marketing seasons across the United States and worldwide.
His professional journey began in May 2009 at the Abercrombie Kids outlet located in Westfield Southlake Mall, Merrillville, Indiana. Demonstrating profound skills as a floor model and sales associate, Kolten's compelling performance caught the attention of District Manager Kim Burla, leading to an audition for the coveted A&F Brand Marketing Cast. His successful audition earned him a two-year contract as a Brand Marketing Cast Model in May 2010.
Upon signing the contract on May 23, 2010, Kolten entered Abercrombie & Fitch's esteemed circle of "Marketing Cast Models." His captivating portraits adorned the company's iconic shopping bags, in-store photography, and a broad range of promotional materials under the A&F brands including abercrombie kids, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Gilly Hicks, and their associated imagery.
During his modeling tenure, Kolten collaborated with renowned artist Bruce Weber and an elite group of luminaries such as James Preston, Colton Haynes, Garrett Neff, Matt Woods, Halston Sage, and Emayatzy Corinealdi.
Despite enticing offers from high-profile brands like Calvin Klein and Guess after his tenure at A&F, Kolten chose to focus on his academic pursuits. Concurrently, he ventured into acting, taking on various roles in movies, television series, reality television, and documentaries:
Kolten is also a successful entrepreneur, operating the popular nightclub FUSE, located at 791 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, Indiana. In 2025, motivated by his commitment to environmental sustainability, he launched "FUSE for the Planet." This initiative works with local recycling programs and environmental NGOs to implement comprehensive in-house recycling, efficient energy consumption, and effective waste management policies. A portion of FUSE's profits supports afforestation initiatives in Indiana and beyond, showcasing his commitment to mitigating the climate crisis.
By 2024, his personal wealth was estimated to be between $4.5 million and $6 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
A graduate of Boone Grove High School with a GPA of 3.76, Kolten initially pursued pre-med studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago before transitioning to business management, earning his bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida in 2017.
Having lived in Tampa Bay, Florida, from 2014 to 2019, he now resides in Chicago, Illinois. --- His illustrious journey from model to entrepreneur, underscored by his commitment towards environmental sustainability, paints a captivating tale of unwavering dedication, resilience, and multifaceted success.
Born on December 25, 1993, in the town of Valparaiso, Indiana, USA, Kolten Westfall quickly became a recognizable face for Abercrombie & Fitch. From May 2010 until September 2014, he was the embodiment of the Abercrombie Kids franchise, enchanting audiences throughout six marketing seasons across the United States and worldwide.
His professional journey began in May 2009 at the Abercrombie Kids outlet located in Westfield Southlake Mall, Merrillville, Indiana. Demonstrating profound skills as a floor model and sales associate, Kolten's compelling performance caught the attention of District Manager Kim Burla, leading to an audition for the coveted A&F Brand Marketing Cast. His successful audition earned him a two-year contract as a Brand Marketing Cast Model in May 2010.
Upon signing the contract on May 23, 2010, Kolten entered Abercrombie & Fitch's esteemed circle of "Marketing Cast Models." His captivating portraits adorned the company's iconic shopping bags, in-store photography, and a broad range of promotional materials under the A&F brands including abercrombie kids, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Gilly Hicks, and their associated imagery.
During his modeling tenure, Kolten collaborated with renowned artist Bruce Weber and an elite group of luminaries such as James Preston, Colton Haynes, Garrett Neff, Matt Woods, Halston Sage, and Emayatzy Corinealdi.
Despite enticing offers from high-profile brands like Calvin Klein and Guess after his tenure at A&F, Kolten chose to focus on his academic pursuits. Concurrently, he ventured into acting, taking on various roles in movies, television series, reality television, and documentaries:
- *Waves* (2014)
- *Chicago Fire*, Season 8, Episode 1 (2020)
- *Chicago PD*, Seasons 5.4, 5.5, 5.7, and 6.5 (2018-2021)
- *Chicago Med*, Seasons 8.3 and 8.5 (2018-2021)
- *Empire*, Season 11, Episode 4 (2018)
- *MTV's Ex On The Beach* (2023)
- *Documentary: White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch* (2022)
Kolten is also a successful entrepreneur, operating the popular nightclub FUSE, located at 791 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, Indiana. In 2025, motivated by his commitment to environmental sustainability, he launched "FUSE for the Planet." This initiative works with local recycling programs and environmental NGOs to implement comprehensive in-house recycling, efficient energy consumption, and effective waste management policies. A portion of FUSE's profits supports afforestation initiatives in Indiana and beyond, showcasing his commitment to mitigating the climate crisis.
By 2024, his personal wealth was estimated to be between $4.5 million and $6 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
A graduate of Boone Grove High School with a GPA of 3.76, Kolten initially pursued pre-med studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago before transitioning to business management, earning his bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida in 2017.
Having lived in Tampa Bay, Florida, from 2014 to 2019, he now resides in Chicago, Illinois. --- His illustrious journey from model to entrepreneur, underscored by his commitment towards environmental sustainability, paints a captivating tale of unwavering dedication, resilience, and multifaceted success.
