| Human Profile | |
| Name: | Rachel Pizzolato |
| Birthday: | January 19, 2004 (age 21 years), Born in Metairie, Louisiana |
| Height: | 6'0" (183 cm) |
| Education: | John Curtis Christian School (Diploma) Homeschooled (Diploma) Louisiana State University Shreveport (Student), Engineering and Business |
| Subscribers: | 1.21M |
| Views: | 519,184,546 |
| YouTube Revenue: | $519.2K - $2.6M |
| Videos: | 4285 |
| Channel Created: | July 2018 |
Overview
Rachel Pizzolato is an American scientist, television personality, model, and national champion trampolinist, recognized for co-hosting MythBusters Jr. and for her award-winning scientific inventions, including “The Halo,” which led to a minor planet being named in her honor.
Latest News (Jan 5, 2026): A recent comment on a Screen Rant article from January 3, 2026, suggested Rachel Pizzolato for the role of Wonder Woman in James Gunn's "Man of Tomorrow" film.
Early Life and Education
Rachel Pizzolato was born on January 19, 2004, in Metairie, Louisiana. From a young age, she showed a strong interest in science and building, influenced by her father and grandfather with whom she worked on home renovation projects, learning to handle tools and fix pipes. She attended John Curtis Christian School. Her early education played a role in fostering her passion for science. Pizzolato also has an older brother named Robbie. She is pursuing a degree online at Louisiana State University Shreveport.
Scientific Achievements
Pizzolato’s career began with notable success in science fairs. She won the Grand Award in the junior division of the Greater New Orleans Science and Engineering Fair for multiple years. Her inventions and research earned her recognition at national and international competitions, including Broadcom MASTERS, the National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, and the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), where she placed 3rd in 2022. In 2018, her invention called “The Halo,” designed to help in the rehabilitation of injured wrists and hands, won the Science & Engineering Division of the Akron Global Polymer Academy’s Rubber Band Contest for Young Inventors. As a result of her scientific accomplishments, MIT’s Lincoln Laboratory named a minor planet, (33187) Pizzolato, in her honor in 2016.
“MythBusters Jr.” and Television Career
Rachel Pizzolato gained widespread recognition as a co-host on the Science Channel series MythBusters Jr. in 2019. Selected as one of six young scientists to star alongside host Adam Savage, she participated in experiments and myth-busting activities on the 10-episode series. Being on the show was a dream come true for Pizzolato, who was a fan of the original MythBusters series. Following her role on MythBusters Jr., she has continued to work in entertainment, including a co-starring role in the 2025 horror film Round the Decay.
Modeling, Pageantry, and Social Media
Alongside her scientific and television work, Rachel Pizzolato has pursued a career in modeling and pageantry. She has walked the runway for designers like Stevie Boi and Brick Allen and has been featured on the covers of various international fashion magazines, including Style Cruze, which named her the “Fashion Industry’s New Darling.” She has also won several beauty pageant titles, such as Miss Pre-Teen New Orleans and Pre-Teen Miss Louisiana State in 2018.
Pizzolato remains active on social media, where she has a significant following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. She utilizes her online presence to share a mix of science, cosplay, and DIY content, and to promote various charitable causes, including St. Jude Research and the humane treatment of animals through the SPCA.
Personal Life and Interests
An accomplished athlete, Pizzolato is a national champion trampolinist and has expressed aspirations to compete in the Olympics. Her gymnastic skills have also been an asset in her acting career, allowing her to perform her own stunts. She is a passionate science fiction fan and frequently attends comic conventions where she engages in cosplay, portraying characters like Catwoman and Wonder Woman. Pizzolato is a Catholic.