Monica Beets wiki, bio, net worth, wedding, husband, kids.

Monica Beets is a Canadian gold miner and reality television personality best known for her role on Discovery Channel’s hit series Gold Rush. Born into the legendary Beets mining family of Dawson City, Yukon, Monica has carved out her own legacy in one of the world’s most demanding professions. With over a decade of on-camera experience and real-world mining leadership, she has grown from a teen apprentice to a key decision-maker in one of the Yukon’s most successful placer mining operations. As the daughter of mining mogul Tony Beets, Monica not only carries forward the family tradition but also brings her own strategic insight, technical know-how, and leadership to the Beets empire.

Early Life and Family Background

Monica Beets was born on November 7, 1993, in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada, into the prominent Beets mining family. She is the youngest daughter of Tony and Minnie Beets, well-known figures in Yukon’s gold mining industry. Monica grew up alongside her siblings—Bianca, Kevin, and Michael Beets. The family also had a fifth child, Jasmine, who sadly passed away just two months after birth.

Raised in a mining environment, Monica spent her childhood following her father around the mine. She shared a particularly strong bond with her sister Bianca, who also showed an interest in gold mining. At school in Dawson City, Monica excelled in math and science and was active in sports, balancing her academic strengths with a typical teenage social life.

At the age of 12, Tony challenged her to learn independently by placing her in a front-end loader and telling her to “figure it out.” Monica rose to the occasion, successfully maneuvering scoops of tailings across the mine site. By 13, she was contributing regularly at the family mine, and by 16, she had taken on full-time responsibilities.

Though she once dreamed of becoming a primary care paramedic, Monica continued to pursue mining as her primary path, remaining closely tied to the family business.

Professional Career

Monica Beets officially began her professional mining career in her teens, training directly under her father, Tony Beets. At 18, she was promoted to supervisor at Paradise Hill, managing a team that included men much older than herself. Initially underestimated because of her age and gender, Monica recalled,

“They’d look at you and think, ‘What do you know, you’re just a girl?’ But the fact is, I did know a lot. And with Tony Beets to back me up, they knew they had to do as I said!”

Over the years, the crew came to respect Monica for her skills and would follow her instructions to the letter. 

Gold Rush and Television Appearances

She joined the Discovery Channel series Gold Rush in Season 5 as a key member of the Beets crew. Her role on the show has been to support and sometimes manage her father Tony’s ambitious operations, ensuring the mining goals are met without him taking on too much alone.

In addition to supporting her father’s ambitious operations, Monica has also taken initiative in pursuing her own mining goals. In earlier seasons, she helped the crew reach their 2,000-ounce target in Season 9 and, at just 22, led a dredge crew—an achievement that reinforced her growing leadership role within the Beets mining operation. 

One of the most pivotal moments in Monica Beets’ Gold Rush career came in when she successfully identified and secured her first-ever gold mining claim at Hunker Creek. Facing mounting pressure during what was shaping up to be the Beets crew’s worst season in four years, Monica led a systematic effort to test an eight-acre site for potential paydirt. With help from longtime miner Len Hoekstra and friend Ruby Mahoney, she oversaw drilling operations and processed samples using a mini trommel and sluice. Her efforts paid off when a promising sample led Tony Beets to approve the site for mining, marking Monica’s first independent mining success.

In Season 14, Episode 9, Monica was again spotlighted when Tony entrusted her with full operational control at Indian River. After a major belt conveyor malfunction halted production, Monica quickly diagnosed the issue—a jammed rod in the drive drum—and led the repair operation with her crew. Her prompt action cleared the dirt pile-up and restored functionality to the wash plant. By week’s end, she delivered 119 ounces of gold, contributing significantly to Tony’s seasonal target of 6,000 ounces.

Her leadership extended into Season 14, Episode 13, when Tony shifted the entire crew back to Paradise Hill. With Kevin Beets absent, Monica stepped into a more critical role, coordinating the reassembly of Tony’s 30-year-old trommel. Working in sync with her brother Mike, she helped maneuver the massive steel skid frame into position using dual excavators—a high-stakes operation under pressure. Despite miscommunication with Tony and mounting stress, Monica kept the crew focused and proved her resilience. Though the task tested her patience, she ultimately demonstrated her reliability and earned Tony’s trust to keep operations moving while he focused on rebuilding the trommel.

Monica’s problem-solving abilities were also on display in a Season 7, when a tailings conveyor at the Beets operation began billowing smoke due to a drive belt issue. After consulting with mechanic Mike Bodry and Kevin Beets, Monica took charge of sourcing a larger pulley to fix the slipping belt—caused by her loading too much paydirt. Her initiative not only resolved the technical malfunction but also allowed the crew to process more dirt and maximize gold recovery.

In addition to Gold Rush, Monica has appeared on several spin-offs and special episodes within the franchise. She featured in Gold Rush: The Dirt (2013–2023), appearing in 19 episodes of the behind-the-scenes companion series. She also participated in Gold Rush: Winter’s Fortune (2021), where she was seen in 3 episodes documenting off-season mining preparations.

In 2024, Monica was part of Gold Rush: The Beets Dynasty, a TV special highlighting her family’s legacy in Yukon mining. Most recently, in 2025, she appeared in Gold Rush: It’s Good to be King, a documentary-style episode celebrating Tony Beets’ career and the continued role of the Beets children in his gold empire.

Net Worth

Monica Beets has an estimated net worth of approximately $2 million. Her wealth primarily comes from her long-standing career in gold mining and her prominent role in the Discovery Channel’s Gold Rush franchise. As one of the few female miners featured on the show, Monica has consistently demonstrated leadership and technical skill, which has not only elevated her professional status but also contributed significantly to her financial success. Although she has not publicly disclosed her annual salary or earnings from the series, her regular appearances, along with brand exposure and possible endorsements, have positioned her as one of the top-earning cast members of the show.

Personal Life: Marriage and Children

Monica Beets is married to Taylor Mayes. Little is publicly known about his profession, their relationship reflects the close-knit lifestyle typical of Yukon families. The couple tied the knot on August 11, 2018, in an outdoors in Dawson City, Yukon, and was attended by close family and friends. Monica wore a white lace gown with a long veil and red roses, while Taylor wore a black suit with a golden tie. The couple exchanged vows under a floral arch surrounded by forested Yukon hills. Monica’s lighthearted “Hell, yeah” during the vows brought smiles all around.

The ceremony was later featured in an episode of Gold Rush, giving fans an intimate look at Monica and Taylor’s vows. The officiant welcomed guests on behalf of both the Beets and Mayes families, emphasizing that the day was a celebration of choice and commitment. Taylor responded with a heartfelt “I will” when asked if he would stand by Monica through life’s adventures. Monica, true to form, answered with a cheerful “Hell, yeah,” which drew laughter from the crowd. In her vows, she promised to always be there for Taylor and try every day to be worthy of his love. Reflecting afterward, Monica shared:

“A job is a job is a job, but at the end of the day, the only gold that matters to me today is on my finger.”

She also revealed that although she didn’t cry at the ceremony, her father, Tony Beets, appeared to tear up—a rare glimpse at his softer side.

They welcomed their first child, a daughter named Jasmine Mayes, in May 2021. In a November 2021 Instagram post, Monica shared that they built a home together in a Yukon town and expressed gratitude for the life they’re raising with their daughter. Jasmine is the first grandchild of Tony and Minnie Beets. Monica has chosen to keep her daughter’s life private, but she occasionally shares glimpses of their time together on social media.

Photos shared by Monica Beets in 2022 and 2023 highlight her daughter Jasmine Mayes spending time at mining sites in the Yukon. In several Instagram posts, Jasmine is seen sitting inside excavators and riding alongside her grandfather, Tony Beets—well-known star of Gold Rush. One viral photo from July 2023, captioned “Working is a family event,” features Monica, Jasmine, and their dog Doyle inside heavy equipment on-site. Another popular post from a family trip to Mexico shows Jasmine enjoying ice cream with Tony, reinforcing the strong multigenerational bond in the Beets family. These rare glimpses into Monica Beets’ life off camera give fans a closer look at how she balances motherhood, gold mining, and family life.

In addition to her family life, Monica Beets shares a deep bond with her longtime dog, Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein. She adopted Doyle from the Humane Society Dawson in 2013, and he has become a beloved part of her off-screen life. In a 2018 Facebook post, Monica called Doyle her “best friend” and “biggest pain,” recounting how he has traveled across the country with her, slept beside her almost every night, and provided comfort during difficult times. Doyle remains a loyal companion in Monica’s Yukon home, and her fans often recognize him from personal photos she shares on social media.

Physical Traits

Monica Beets has blonde hair, hazel eyes, and stands at approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall. Her typical work attire includes jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, boots, and hats—functional clothing suited for mining environments. She is also frequently seen wearing earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and rings, adding modest accessories to her otherwise practical wardrobe. Monica sometimes wears light makeup, although she generally maintains a natural appearance appropriate for her outdoor, labor-intensive profession.

Age, Nationality, Ethnicity

It is not the age but the skill and wit that has helped Monica to establish in the gold mining. She is carrying the family torch and it was her father Tony Beets who set the field for her at a young age. As of now, Monica is 31 years of age. She is Canadian by nationality and if ethnicity is concerned she is of Dutch descent.

Wiki/Bio Facts

Fact	Value
Full name	Monica Beets
Date of birth	November 7, 1993
Place of birth	Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
Age	28 years old (as of 2023)
Zodiac sign	Scorpio
Nationality	Canadian
Ethnicity	White
Religion	Christianity
Sexuality	Straight
Height (approx)	5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
Weight (around)	62 kg (136 lbs)
Hair color	Blonde
Eye color	Hazel
Father	Tony Beets
Mother	Minnie Beets
Siblings	Bianca Beets, Kevin Beets, Mike Beets, Jasmine Beets (deceased)
Relationship status	Married
Husband	Taylor Mayes
Wedding date	August 11, 2018
Children	Jasmine Beets (daughter)
Profession	Reality TV personality, miner
Net worth	$2 million (as of 2023)
Famous for	Appearing on Gold Rush and its spin-offs on Discovery Channel
Hobbies	Traveling, hiking, fishing, camping, reading, watching movies
Favorite color	Purple
Favorite food	Pizza, burgers, fries, ice cream
Favorite movie	Titanic, The Notebook, The Hunger Games
Favorite TV show	Friends, The Big Bang Theory, Game of Thrones