Francesca Michielin Biography: Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Songs, Awards, Movies, Books

Francesca Michielin is a beloved Italian singer-songwriter who captured hearts after winning X Factor Italy.

With her soulful voice and heartfelt songs, she’s a shining star in Italian music, proudly representing her country’s passion and creativity.

Profile

• Full Name: Francesca Michielin
• Stage Name: Francesca Michielin
• Born: February 25, 1995
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: Bassano del Grappa, Italy
• Nationality: Italian
• Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist, Author, TV Host
• Height: 165 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Michielin
• Siblings: One brother, Filippo Michielin
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Francesca Michielin was born on February 25, 1995, in Bassano del Grappa, Italy, to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Michielin. She grew up with an older brother, Filippo, who got her into rock music. Her ethnicity is Italian, but there’s no public info about her religion. Raised in a cozy Veneto town, Francesca started playing piano at age nine and later picked up the electric bass.

At 14, she joined her hometown’s gospel choir, sparking her love for singing. Her brother introduced her to artists like Bon Iver and Jeff Buckley, and after hearing Adele’s 19, she began writing her own songs. In high school, she studied at the Liceo Classico Brocchi in Bassano del Grappa, but in her fourth year switched to taking exams as an external candidate to focus on music.

Career

Francesca Michielin shot to fame in 2011 after winning the fifth season of X Factor Italy, mentored by Simona Ventura. Her debut single, “Distratto,” hit number one on the Italian Singles Chart and went double platinum.

In 2012, she released her first album, Riflessi di me, with the single “Sola.” She collaborated with Fedez on hits like “Cigno nero” (2013) and “Magnifico” (2014), both of which were huge in Italy. Her albums di20 (2015) and 2640 (2018) featured hits like “L’amore esiste,” “Nessun grado di separazione,” and “Vulcano.”

In 2016, she placed second at the Sanremo Music Festival and represented Italy at Eurovision with “Nessun grado di separazione.” Her 2020 album, FEAT (Stato di Natura), featured collabs with artists like Måneskin and Fabri Fibra. In 2021, she placed second at Sanremo again with Fedez on “Chiamami per nome.”

In 2022, she debuted as a novelist with Il cuore è un organo and hosted the docu-series Effetto serra and X Factor. Her 2023 album, Cani sciolti, and 2025 Sanremo entry, “Fango in paradiso,” kept her in the spotlight, though she placed 21st. Francesca’s music, blending pop and rock, resonates with Italy’s soul.

Awards & Nominations

• 
  Lunezia Pop Award (2015) for “L’amore esiste.”
• Second Place, Sanremo Music Festival (2016) for “Nessun grado di separazione.”
• Second Place, Sanremo Music Festival (2021) for “Chiamami per nome” with Fedez.
• Nominated for the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Italian Act.
• Nominated for David di Donatello and Nastro d’Argento for her song “Nei tuoi occhi” (2021).
• Wind Music Awards for multi-platinum singles like “Magnifico” and “Distratto.”
  Her work has sold over 1.3 million copies in Italy, a testament to her impact.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @francesca_michielin
• TikTok handle: @francesca_michielin
• Facebook: @francescacheeks
• YouTube channel: FrancescaMVEVO

Personal Life

Francesca Michielin, 30, lives in Milan and stands at 165 cm tall. She’s embraced her height, saying it suits her stage presence. She’s single, with no confirmed relationships or past engagements, keeping her love life private despite rumors, like a brief link to a “famous singer” in 2021 that she never confirmed.

Francesca’s close to her family, especially her brother Filippo, who influenced her musical tastes, and her grandmother Lucia, whom she’s mentioned fondly. She’s passionate about Italian culture, often sharing her love for Veneto’s landscapes and food like polenta. In 2021, she opened up about an unrequited love that left her “crying at home,” showing her emotional side.

Net Worth

Francesca Michielin’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $5 million. She earns from album sales, streaming, tours, and collabs with brands like Sony Music. Her X Factor win included a €300,000 recording contract, and her singles, like “Distratto” and “Magnifico,” have gone multi-platinum. She also makes money from hosting, her book, and soundtrack work.

Discography

• Distratto (EP, 2012)
• Riflessi di me (2012)
• di20 (2015)
• 2640 (2018)
• FEAT (Stato di Natura) (2020)
• Cani sciolti (2023)

Filmography:

• Piuma (2016) – Soundtrack: “Almeno tu.”
• Ballerina (2017) – Soundtrack: “Tu sei una favola”
• A Cup of Coffee with Marilyn (2019) – Soundtrack: “Glorious”
• Marilyn’s Eyes (2021) – Soundtrack: “Nei tuoi occhi.”
• The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014) – Soundtrack: “Amazing”
• Effetto serra (2022) – Host