Erez Tal Biography: Marriage, Tv Shows, Age, Height, Awards, Wife, Ethnicity, YouTube, Religion, Net Worth

Erez Tal is an Israeli television and radio presenter, producer, and format creator who became one of the country’s most enduring broadcasting personalities.

He first gained fame through his witty and innovative approach to radio, later transitioning successfully into television where he hosted, produced, and co-created several popular Israeli shows. Internationally, he is best known for co-hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv.

Profile

• Full name: Erez Moshe Ben-Tulila
• Other names: Erez Tal
• Date of birth: 27 July 1961
• Age: 64 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Tel Aviv, Israel
• Nationality: Israeli
• Profession: Television host, radio presenter, producer, format creator
• Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
• Weight: 74 kg
• Eye color: Brown
• Hair color: Brown (graying)
• Parents: Father – Aharon Ben-Tulila (Algerian-born); Mother – Edna Ben-Tulila (Israeli-born)
• Siblings: One brother
• Spouse: Gili Levi (married April 21, 2005)
• Children: 2 daughters
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Judaism
• Ethnicity: Israeli Jewish (father of Algerian-Jewish descent)
• Net worth: US$8–10 million

Early Life and Education

Erez Moshe Ben-Tulila was born on July 27, 1961, in Tel Aviv, Israel. His father, Aharon Ben-Tulila, immigrated from Algeria, while his mother, Edna, was born in Israel. When he was four years old, the family Hebraised their surname from “Ben-Tulila” to “Tal,” meaning “dew” in Hebrew. Tal attended Ironi Alef High School in Tel Aviv.

Personal Life

Erez Tal has been married to Gili Levi since April 21, 2005. The couple has two daughters. Although he is a highly public figure in Israeli entertainment, Tal maintains a private family life and rarely discusses personal matters in interviews. He resides in Tel Aviv with his family.

Career

Erez Tal began his broadcasting career in the early 1980s at Galatz (Israel Defense Forces Radio), where he co-hosted the popular program Ma Yesh? (“What’s Up?”) with Avri Gilad. The program’s mix of humor and commentary established him as a standout radio personality.

In the 1990s, Tal moved to television, where he co-hosted HaOlam HaErev (“The World Tonight”) on Channel 2, a late-night variety show that helped define Israeli entertainment for a generation. His comedic timing and sharp presentation style made him one of the most sought-after hosts in the country.

Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Tal became known not only as a presenter but as a format innovator. He hosted and produced the Israeli versions of Wheel of Fortune (Galgal HaMazel) and The Vault, a game show he co-created that was later sold internationally to more than 20 countries, demonstrating his impact beyond local television.

From 2008 to 2017, Tal hosted the Israeli edition of HaAh HaGadol (Big Brother), one of Israel’s highest-rated television programs, which cemented his role as a leading television figure. His ability to balance humor with emotional depth contributed to the show’s long-running success.

In 2019, Tal reached an international audience when he co-hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv alongside Bar Refaeli, Assi Azar, and Lucy Ayoub. His performance received praise for professionalism and wit, showcasing Israel’s modern entertainment industry to a global audience.

Awards

• Israeli Television Academy Award for Outstanding Host in an Entertainment Program (1999, 2009)
• Lifetime Achievement Award – Israeli Academy of Film and Television (2020)
• Honorary recognition for contributions to Israeli broadcasting and format innovation (Media Forum 2021)

Net Worth

Erez Tal’s estimated net worth is between US$8–10 million. His wealth is derived from long-term television hosting contracts, ownership and international sale of show formats etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @erez_tal_official
• Twitter/X: @ErezTalTV
• TikTok: @erez.tal
• YouTube: Erez Tal Official

Filmography

• HaOlam HaErev (1990–1993)
• Only in Israel (2001–2005)
• HaAh HaGadol (2008–2017)
• Eurovision Song Contest 2019 (host)
• The Vault (creator, 2000s)