Emma Heesters Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Height, Parents, Songs, YouTube, Singles, Boyfriend, Awards

 Emma Frederique Sophie Heesters, also known as Emma Heesters, is a talented Dutch singer and YouTuber who’s won hearts worldwide with her soulful cover songs and original music.

Her vibrant energy and love for connecting through music make her a proud symbol of Dutch creativity.

Profile

• Full Name: Emma Frederique Sophie Heesters
• Stage Name: Emma Heesters
• Born: January 8, 1996
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: ‘s-Gravenpolder, Netherlands
• Nationality: Dutch
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, YouTuber, TV Personality
• Height: 165 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Heesters
• Siblings: Pieter Heesters
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $3 million

Early Life and Education

Emma Heesters was born on January 8, 1996, in ‘s-Gravenpolder, a small village in Zeeland, Netherlands, to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Heesters. She grew up with a brother, Pieter, who’s a cellist. Her ethnicity is Dutch, but there’s no confirmed information about her religion; some sources suggest a Christian background, but that’s unverified.

Raised in a musical family, Emma started vocal and ballet lessons young, showing talent early.  She attended a local high school in Zeeland and later studied at the Rock Academy in Tilburg, earning a degree in music. Her Dutch roots and family’s love for music shaped her passion, setting her on a path to stardom.

Career

Emma Heesters launched her YouTube channel on May 2, 2008, posting her first cover video on February 28, 2014. Known for covering hits like Justin Bieber’s “Let Me Love You” and Rihanna’s “Work,” she’s grown to over 5.9 million subscribers, with popular videos like “Despacito” (10 million views) and “Hanya Rindu” (English version).

She sings in multiple languages, including Hindi, Indonesian, and Dutch, earning fans in Asia. Her Cover Sessions series, starting with Vol. 1 in 2015, includes songs like “Lean On” and “Flashlight.” In 2019, she joined Beste Zangers, went platinum with “Pa Olvidarte” (with Rolf Sanchez), and toured with Boyce Avenue.

In 2020, her single “Waar Ga Je Heen” hit #12 on Dutch charts, and she won the MTV EMA’s Best Dutch Act. Collaborations include “Loop Niet Weg” (#4, platinum) with Kris Kross Amsterdam and “Alles wat ik mis” (#7) with Ronnie Flex.

In 2024, she started her first theater tour, sharing her story, but was diagnosed with cervical cancer in October, pausing performances. In 2025, she debuted “Alles Wordt Beter,” a charity anthem, and joined The Voice Kids as a mentor. Her global appeal and Dutch pride shine through her work.

Awards & Nominations

• MTV Push Award (2019) – First Dutch winner for “Pa Olvidarte.”
• MTV EMA Best Dutch Act (2020) – Won for her chart success.
• Top 40 NL Most Successful Dutch Artist (2020) – Recognized for her hits.
  

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @emmaheesters
• TikTok handle: @emmaheesters
• Facebook: Emma Heesters
• YouTube channel: Emma Heesters

Personal Life

Emma Heesters, 30, lives in the Netherlands, likely near Zeeland or Amsterdam, and stands at 165 cm tall, with blonde hair and light brown eyes. She’s single, with no confirmed spouse or children, despite some sources falsely claiming she’s married to footballer Wesley Hoedt with two kids.

She dated Hoedt from around 2020 to 2022 but has since kept her love life private. Emma’s close to her family, especially her brother Pieter, and credits her parents for her musical start. She loves swimming, playing with stuffed teddy bears, and driving, often sharing her Dutch lifestyle on Instagram (1.8 million followers).

Net Worth

Emma Heesters’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $3 million. She earns from YouTube ad revenue (around $12.6k–$201.3k annually), music streams (e.g., “Pa Olvidarte” with 12 million streams), brand endorsements, and TV appearances, such as Beste Zangers. Her theater tour and The Voice Kids mentoring also add income.

Discography

• Cover Sessions, Vol. 1 (2015) – Album
• Cover Sessions, Vol. 2 (2016) – Album
• Cover Sessions, Vol. 3–9 (2016–2018) – Albums
• “Pa Olvidarte” (2019) – Single with Rolf Sanchez, 3× platinum
• “Waar Ga Je Heen” (2020) – Single, #12 Dutch charts
• “Loop Niet Weg” (2020) – Single with Kris Kross Amsterdam, platinum
• “Alles wat ik mis” (2021) – Single with Ronnie Flex, #7 NL Top 40
• “Rendez-vous” (2021) – Single with Metejoor, gold in Belgium
• “Alles Wordt Beter” (2025) – Charity single
• Notable Covers: “Hanya Rindu,” “Srivalli,” “Pasoori,” “Despacito,” “Let Me Love You”