Who is Heidi van Pelt? Wiki, Age, Family, Height, Net Worth & Facts About Taran Noah Smith’s Ex-wife

Heidi van Pelt is a former actress, vegan chef, and businesswoman who is best known for being the ex-wife of Taran Noah Smith, the former child star of the popular sitcom Home Improvement. The couple had a controversial marriage that ended in a bitter divorce, and van Pelt has since stayed away from the limelight. Here are some facts about Heidi van Pelt and her relationship with Taran Noah Smith.

Biography

Heidi van Pelt was born on July 11, 1968 (age: 55 years, as of 2023), in Missouri, USA. She grew up in a broken family, as her parents divorced when she was only a year old. She spent her childhood moving between her mother’s and father’s homes and never had a stable family life. She attended Blue Print High School and Oak Park High School but did not pursue higher education.

Van Pelt had no connection to the showbiz industry, and her career was rather obscure. She reportedly established a film studio called Emergent Films in the 1990s but abandoned it after a few years. She then moved to Los Angeles, where she struggled to find a steady job and became depressed. She also became interested in veganism and animal rights and co-hosted a local radio show called Raw Health, which gained her some popularity in the city.

Heidi Van Pelt Wiki/Bio

Heidi van Pelt Marriage and Divorce with Taran Noah Smith

Heidi van Pelt met Taran Noah Smith, who played Mark Taylor on Home Improvement, at a party in 1999, when he was 16 and she was 33. The two started dating, despite the huge age gap and the disapproval of Smith’s parents. Smith, who had earned a $1.5 million trust fund from his acting career, tried to get emancipated from his parents at 17, so he could access his money and marry van Pelt. He also accused his parents of squandering his money by buying themselves a mansion. His parents fought his emancipation in court, and Smith eventually ran away from home and married van Pelt in 2001, hoping that it would help his case.

However, the marriage did not last long, as Smith soon realized that he had made a mistake. He and van Pelt had different lifestyles and goals, and they argued frequently. They also faced financial troubles, as they used Smith’s trust fund money to start a vegan cheese company and restaurant called Playfood, which did not do well.

They also got involved in a legal dispute with their business partner, who accused them of fraud and breach of contract. In 2007, Smith filed for divorce from van Pelt, citing irreconcilable differences. The divorce was finalized in 2010, and Smith was ordered to pay van Pelt $750 a month in spousal support until 2011. He also had to give her 50% of his Home Improvement royalties, as well as their house and car.

Net Worth

Life After Divorce

After the divorce, Heidi van Pelt disappeared from the public eye, and her current whereabouts and activities are unknown. She has not appeared in any media outlets or social media platforms and has not given any interviews or statements. She has also not remarried or had any children.

Smith, on the other hand, has tried to rebuild his life and career. He briefly attended the University of Southern California to study film but dropped out to pursue other interests. He has also done some volunteer work, such as disaster relief in the Philippines and teaching people how to pilot submarines.

What Is Heidi Van Pelt Doing Now as an Abstract Artist?

After her divorce from Taran Noah Smith, Heidi Van Pelt moved on with her life and pursued her interest in art. She enrolled in the Art Institute of California in Los Angeles, where she studied graphic design and fine arts. She graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Design. She also took courses in painting, drawing, photography, and digital media.

She developed her own style of abstract art, which incorporates a human-like style. She uses lines, shapes, colors, and symbols to create compositions that express her emotions, thoughts, and experiences. She draws inspiration from various sources, such as nature, music, literature, and spirituality. She also experiments with different mediums, such as acrylic, oil, watercolor, collage, and mixed media.

Heidi van Pelt has exhibited her artworks in several galleries and shows, such as the Art Walk in Downtown Los Angeles, the Art Expo in Las Vegas, the Art Basel in Miami, and the Art Fair in New York. She has also sold some of her paintings online and through social media. She has received positive feedback and recognition from critics and collectors, who appreciate her originality and creativity.

She currently lives and works in Los Angeles, where she has her own studio and gallery. She is also involved in various charitable and environmental causes, such as animal rights, veganism, and organic farming. She is single and has no children. She has maintained a low profile and has not spoken publicly about her ex-husband or their past relationship. She prefers to focus on her art and her future.

Height, Weight

• Height: 5 feet 8 inches or 172
• Weight: 121 lbs or 55 kg
• Eye color: Blue or greenish-blue
• Hair color: Blonde or golden brown
• Skin color: White
• Body measurements: Unknown
• Shoe size: Unknown

Heidi van Pelt is a former actress, vegan chef, and businesswoman who is best known for being the ex-wife of Taran Noah Smith, the former child star of Home Improvement. The couple had a controversial marriage that ended in a bitter divorce, and van Pelt has since stayed away from the limelight. Smith, on the other hand, has tried to rebuild his life and career, and has worked for SpaceX and done some volunteer work. He has also reconciled with his parents, and has said that he does not want to act again.

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