Ben Cristovao Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Songs, Albums, Girlfriend, Eurovision

Ben da Silva Cristóvão, professionally known as Ben Cristovao or Benny Cristo, is a Czech singer, songwriter, actor, and accomplished athlete.

He first gained recognition as a finalist on the 2009 season of Česko Slovenská SuperStar, where he finished seventh.

His breakout came with his debut studio album Definitely Different in 2010, followed by a self-titled second album in 2011.

Profile

• Full name: Ben da Silva Cristóvão
• Date of birth: 8 June 1987
• Age: 38 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Plzeň, Czechoslovakia
• Nationality: Czech
• Profession: Singer, songwriter, actor, athlete
• Height: 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: Mother Czech; father Bénis Cristóvão from Angola
• Siblings: Three younger half-siblings (same father, different mothers)
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Single
• Sexual orientation: Straight
• Ethnicity: Mixed Czech and Angolan heritage
• Net worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Ben Cristovao was born on 8 June 1987 in Plzeň, then part of Czechoslovakia.

His mother is Czech and his father, Bénis Cristóvão, is Angolan.

He has described his childhood as challenging, which fueled his competitive drive.

After completing his secondary education, Cristovao attended the Anglo-American University in Prague, where he studied marketing before leaving to pursue a career in entertainment.

Personal Life

Cristovao keeps much of his personal life private.

He identifies as heterosexual and, as of 2025, is single.

Earlier on, he was linked romantically to fellow SuperStar contestant Monika Bagárová (2011–2012) and later dated Miss Czech Republic Kateřina Kasanová in 2018 before their breakup in December of that year.

Career

Ben’s career began in 2009 on Česko Slovenská SuperStar, where he finished seventh.

He released his debut album Definitely Different in 2010, followed by his second album Benny Cristo in 2011.

He opened for international acts such as Far East Movement and Pitbull.

In 2013, his music video “Bomby” was nominated for Czech Music Video of the Year.

His third studio album, Made in Czechoslovakia, was released in 2014.

In 2016, his single “Asio” won the Český slavík award for Most Streamed Czech Song.

Other notable projects include the 2017 EP Poslední, the 2019 releases Live Ben and Kontakt, and high-energy live performances at venues like the O2 Arena.

He represented the Czech Republic at Eurovision 2021 with “Omaga,” though he did not advance past the semi-final stage.

Awards

• Asio – Český slavík Award: Most Streamed Czech Song (2016)
• Bomby – Nominated for Czech Music Video of the Year (2013)
• Eurovision representation – Participated (2021)

Net Worth

Ben Cristovao’s current net worth is estimated to be at least $2 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @bennycristo
• X: @BenCristovao
• YouTube: Ben Cristovao

Filmography

• Medieval (2022)
• Ordinace v růžové zahradě 2 (2008)

Discography

Studio albums:

• Definitely Different (2010)
• Benny Cristo (2011)
• Made in Czechoslovakia (2014)
• Septum (2025)

EPs:

• Poslední (2017)
• Live Ben (2019)
• Kontakt (2019)

Singles:

• Be Mine (2013)
• Těžký váhy (2014)
• Asio (2016)
• Bomby (2013)
• Padam (2018)
• Kemama (2020)
• Omaga (2021)
• Fire (2024)
• On My Way (2025)