Neta Barzilai

Netta Barzilai is an Israeli singer who gained international recognition after winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018. Her career showcases a progression from extensive musical training and diverse performance experience to global accolades and commercial success, establishing her as a unique talent in the music industry. After winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018, Netta Barzilai launched onto the international stage, marking Israel’s fourth victory in the competition with her debut single ‘Toy.’ Her breakthrough followed a win on the fifth season of `HaKokhav HaBa L’Eurovizion`, Israel’s national selection for Eurovision, which led to her representing Israel in Lisbon. Prior to this, Barzilai cultivated a strong musical foundation, pursuing extensive music studies at the renowned Rimon School of Music, specializing in the Electronic Studies Department.

In 2021, Barzilai joined the celebrity judging panel for the fourth season of `The X Factor Israel`, further establishing her in television entertainment. She continued her musical output with singles ‘CEO’ and ‘Dum’ in 2021, followed by ‘I Love My Nails’ and ‘Playground Politica,’ featuring Mr Eazi, both released in 2022. Most recently, Netta Barzilai captivated audiences as a competitor in the 10th season of `Rokdim Im Kokhavim` (`Dancing with the Stars`) in 2024. In the same year, she performed at a Tel Aviv rally advocating for the release of hostages.