Quick Info
| Profession | Student-athlete |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 19/08/2007 |
| Age | 18 years (died on 06, Jul, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Ocean Springs, Mississippi, USA |
| Date of Death | 06/07/2026 |
Latest News about Nolan Wells
20/07/2026
A funeral in Ocean Springs drew family, friends, and civil rights leaders, including Al Sharpton and attorney Ben Crump, who called for a deeper investigation into Wells’s death. The service highlighted his role as a beloved son, brother, friend, and teammate, and reflected the community’s grief over the loss.
06/07/2026
A body matching Nolan Wells’s description was found near Horn Island after he was reported missing during a July 4 boating trip with friends. His mother later identified the body as his, and authorities said the investigation was ongoing with no cause of death officially announced at that time.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nolan Xavier Wells |
|---|---|
| Known For | Mississippi college football player whose death drew widespread media attention in 2026 |
| Raised In | Ocean Springs, Mississippi |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
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| Weight | 180 lb |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Ocean Springs High School |
|---|---|
| College | Southwest Mississippi Community College |
Personal Life
| Religion | Catholic |
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Family
| Mother | Christine Wells-Wonsley |
|---|---|
| Father | Elmore Wonsley |
Career
| Occupation | Wide receiver |
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| Teams | Ocean Springs High School football team; Southwest Mississippi Community College football team |
| Other Sports | Basketball; baseball |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played football as a wide receiver at Southwest Mississippi Community College. | |
| 2. Graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 2025. | |
| 3. Was found dead after a July 4, 2026 boat trip to Horn Island. | |
| 4. Family and media accounts described him as a student-athlete with strong ties to faith and family. |