Yusif Eyvazov Biography: Ethnicity, Wife, Age, Songs, Height, Net Worth, Songs

Yusif Eyvazov is an operatic tenor who gained widespread international recognition following his 2015 debut at the Metropolitan Opera as Calaf in Puccini’s Turandot.

This pivotal performance, alongside his frequent collaborations with leading soprano Anna Netrebko, helped establish him as one of the most prominent dramatic tenors of his generation.

Known for a metallic and stentorian vocal quality, he has performed on the world’s most prestigious stages, including La Scala, the Vienna State Opera, and the Royal Opera House.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Yusif Eyvazov
• Date of Birth: May 2, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of Birth: Algiers, Algeria
• State of Origin: Baku
• Nationality: Azerbaijani
• Profession: Operatic Tenor and Theater Director
• Height: 1.83 meters
• Weight: 90 kilograms
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Parents: Shafiga Mammadova (mother) and Mr. Eyvazov
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Anna Netrebko (Separated 2024)
• Children: Tiago Chuaura (Step-son)
• Relationship Status: Separated
• Religion: Muslim
• Ethnicity: Azerbaijani
• Net Worth: $5,000,000

Early Life and Education

Yusif Eyvazov (49 years old) was born on May 2, 1977, in Algiers, Algeria, where his father was working as a university professor, and grew up in Baku, Azerbaijan.

He began formal music training at the Baku Academy of Music before moving to Italy in 1997 to continue his studies.

There, he refined his dramatic tenor technique under Franco Corelli, Magda Olivero, and Placido Domingo, focusing on the works of Puccini and Verdi.

He graduated from advanced vocal studies in the late 1990s and continued mentorship with prominent opera professionals early in his career.

Personal Life

Yusif Eyvazov met Russian soprano Anna Netrebko in 2014 during rehearsals in Rome for Puccini‘s Manon Lescaut.

They married in December 2015 in Vienna and frequently performed together internationally. He became stepfather to Netrebko‘s son, Tiago Chuaura.

The couple separated in June 2024 due to the challenges of balancing two demanding careers.

Career

Yusif Eyvazov‘s career advanced steadily through European theaters, with a breakthrough performance in 2010 as Cavaradossi in Tosca at the Bolshoi Theatre.

His 2015 debuts at the Metropolitan Opera and Los Angeles Opera solidified his reputation as a leading dramatic tenor.

He regularly performs at La Scala, Vienna State Opera, Paris National Opera, and the Salzburg Festival.

In April 2023, he became Director of the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater in Baku, promoting Azerbaijani culture while continuing his singing career.

His 2025–2026 engagements include major roles in La forza del destino (Zurich) and Aida (Berlin).

Eyvazov also records for Deutsche Grammophon, with notable works including the album Romanza and a live recording of Manon Lescaut.

Awards

• Grand Prix at the International Opera Singers Competition in Milan (2008)
• First Prize at the VI International Contest of Vocalists named after Bulbul (2012)
• People’s Artist of Azerbaijan (2017)
• Honorary Medal of the Italian Republic (2017)
• Global Hope Award (2018)
• Golden Mask Nomination for Best Male Role (2021)

Net Worth

Yusif Eyvazov has an estimated net worth of $5,000,000, earned through contracts with major opera houses, international tours, theater directorship, and royalties from recordings with Deutsche Grammophon.

Controversy

In 2020, Eyvazov was accused of requesting the removal of Armenian soprano Ruzan Mantashyan from a Dresden gala, allegedly for political reasons.

He and his management denied the claim, and the SemperOpernball organizers later clarified that no such request was made.

The incident sparked debate about politics and art in the classical music community.

Social Media

• Instagram: @yusif_eyvazov_official
• X: @yusifeyvazov
• YouTube: @YusifEyvazovTenor

Filmography

• Manon Lescaut (2016)
• Andrea Chenier (2017)
• Aida (2017)
• Pique Dame (2019)
• Turandot (2020)
• Tosca (2021)
• Il Trovatore (2023)

Discography

• Manon Lescaut (2016)
• Romanza (2017)
• Verismo (2017)
• Cross-over: My Way (2020)
• Aida (2023)