Jai Waetford Biography: Ethnicity, Songs, Wife, Age, X Factor, Height, Religion, Children, Net Worth

Jai Waetford is an Australian pop singer and songwriter who rose to prominence as a teenager on the fifth season of The X Factor Australia in 2013, where he finished in third place.

He signed with Sony Music Australia shortly after the show and released his debut single Your Eyes, which reached the top 10 on the ARIA Singles Chart.

Known for his smooth vocals and heartfelt pop tracks, Waetford built a fanbase with EPs and singles throughout the 2010s, blending acoustic influences with modern production.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Jai Waetford
• Born: January 25, 1999
• Age: 27 years old
• Birthplace: Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia
• Nationality: Australian
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
• Height: 1.78 m
• Parents: Creedy Waetford, Alana Dow
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Partner: Bec Donaghy
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Jai Waetford was born on January 25, 1999 in Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia.

He was raised primarily by his mother Alana Dow and his grandparents Hannah and Roger Dow after his father Creedy Waetford left the family at a young age. No siblings are publicly mentioned.

He attended Campbelltown Performing Arts High School and left after completing Year 10 in 2014. His ethnicity is Australian, and his religion is unknown. He taught himself guitar by watching YouTube videos from a young age.

Career

Jai Waetford started his career at age 14 when he auditioned for the fifth season of The X Factor Australia in 2013, impressing judges with his natural talent and youthful charisma.

Mentored by Ronan Keating, he advanced through the competition and finished third, earning a recording contract with Sony Music Australia.

His debut single Your Eyes dropped in late 2013 and peaked at number six on the ARIA Singles Chart, followed by the Jai Waetford EP in 2014, which included tracks like Get to Know You and helped solidify his early fanbase.

He released his second EP Shy in 2015, featuring the title track that became a fan favorite, then Heart Miles in 2016 with singles such as Living Not Dreaming.

Over the years, Waetford shifted toward independent releases, dropping tracks like Drunk Together (featuring Allday), Figure It Out, and later singles including Cocaine Kisses, running cold, Pt. 2, and 5AM IN LONDON.

These works showed his evolution from teen pop to more mature, introspective sounds while keeping his signature melodic style.

Jai Waetford remains active in music, with recent posts hinting at new projects and a return to creating after personal milestones.

His early success on The X Factor opened doors in the Australian pop scene, and his consistent output has kept him relevant among fans who appreciate his authentic approach to songwriting and performance.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jaiwaetford
• Facebook Handle: Jai Waetford

Personal Life

Jai Waetford is in a long-term relationship with his partner Bec Donaghy, with whom he welcomed their first daughter in 2025. The couple announced they are expecting their second daughter in early 2026.

Earlier in his career, he was in a relationship with American influencer Carrington Durham starting around 2015, though it ended.

Discography/ Filmography

EPs:

• Jai Waetford EP (2014)
• Shy EP (2015)
• Heart Miles EP (2016)
• Figure It Out EP (2019)

Singles:

• Your Eyes
• Shy
• Living Not Dreaming
• Drunk Together (feat. Allday)
• Friends
• 5AM IN LONDON
• Cocaine Kisses
• running cold, Pt. 2

Net Worth

Jai Waetford’s net worth is estimated at $3 million. His primary sources of income include music sales and streaming royalties from his singles and EPs, earnings from his X Factor exposure and subsequent releases with Sony Music Australia, live performances, and independent music ventures.