Netta Barzilai Biography: Brothers, Husband, Age, Net Worth, Albums, Ethnicity, Awards

Netta Barzilai is an Israeli singer, songwriter, and looping artist who gained international fame after winning the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 with her debut single “Toy.”

She first became known in Israel after winning the fifth season of the singing competition HaKokhav HaBa (The Next Star), which earned her the right to represent Israel at Eurovision.

Profile

• Full name: Netta Barzilai
• Date of birth: 22 January 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Hod HaSharon, Israel
• Nationality: Israeli
• Profession: Singer, songwriter, looping artist
• Height: 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
• Weight: 85 kg
• Eye color: Brown
• Parents: Father – Eran Barzilai; Mother – Ilana Barzilai
• Siblings: Two brothers
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Judaism
• Ethnicity: Mixed Jewish heritage (Ashkenazi from father’s side; Sephardi/Mizrahi – Moroccan/Libyan – from mother’s side)
• Net worth: US$5–6 million

Early Life and Education

Netta Barzilai (32 years old) was born on January 22, 1993, in Hod HaSharon, Israel. Her father, Eran Barzilai, is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent, and her mother, Ilana Barzilai, is of Sephardi/Mizrahi Jewish descent, with roots in Morocco and Libya. When she was around three years old, her family moved to Nigeria for her father’s work and stayed there for several years before returning to Israel.

Netta grew up with two brothers in a supportive, musically inclined household. She attended Hadarim High School in Hod HaSharon, where she began experimenting with music and vocal looping.

After completing high school, she volunteered for a year in a pre-army service program (Shnat Sherut) with the Tarbut movement before joining the Israel Defense Forces, where she performed as part of the Israeli Navy Band.

Following her military service, she studied electronic music at the Rimon School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, further developing her looping and production skills.

Personal Life

Netta Barzilai maintains a relatively private personal life. As of 2025, she has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships or children. In various interviews, she has been open about her struggles with self-acceptance and body image during her youth, explaining that her journey toward self-love and empowerment deeply influences her music and public persona.

Career

Netta’s rise to stardom began when she won HaKokhav HaBa in 2018, earning the opportunity to represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest with her original song “Toy.” The song, written by Doron Medalie and Stav Beger, became an international sensation for its quirky style, feminist message, and experimental vocal looping.

She won the competition in Lisbon, Portugal, on May 12, 2018, scoring 529 points and securing Israel’s fourth Eurovision victory. Following her Eurovision triumph, Netta signed with S-Curve Records and embarked on international tours. She released several singles and EPs, including Bassa Sababa (2019), Goody Bag (2020), and The Best of Netta’s Office, Vol. 1 (2020).

In recent years, Netta has expanded her artistic reach, collaborating with international artists such as Nigerian singer Mr Eazi on “Playground Politica” (2022).

She also filmed a music video in New York City in 2023 and performed at major global events, including Pride festivals, Eurovision anniversary shows, and European concert tours.

Netta has served as a judge on The X Factor Israel and participated in the Israeli edition of Dancing with the Stars. Her creativity and authenticity continue to make her one of Israel’s most globally recognizable performers.

Awards

• Eurovision Song Contest 2018 – Winner (“Toy”)
• ACUM Award for International Achievement (2018)
• MTV Europe Music Award (Israeli Act nomination, 2019)
• Forbes Israel “30 Under 30” recognition (2019)

Net Worth

Netta Barzilai’s estimated net worth ranges between US$5–6 million. Her earnings come primarily from: music sales and streaming royalties, live performances and global tours, brand endorsements etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @nettabarzi
• Twitter/X: @nettabarzi
• TikTok: @nettabarzi
• YouTube: Netta Barzilai Official

Filmography

• Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga (2020, cameo)
• Netta’s Office (YouTube series, 2020–2022)

Discography

• Toy (2018)
• Bassa Sababa (2019)
• Nana Banana (2019)
• Ricki Lake (2020)
• Cuckoo (2020)
• CEO (2021)
• I Love My Nails (2022)
• Playground Politica (feat. Mr Eazi) (2022)
• Everything You’ve Got (2023)
• So Far So Good (2024)