Who Is Anna Netrebko? Age, Biography and Wiki
Anna Netrebko is a renowned Russian operatic soprano, born on September 18, 1971. As of 2025, she is 53 years old. With a career that has spanned over two decades, Anna is celebrated for her powerful vocals and charismatic performances on prestigious opera stages worldwide. Her journey started in the St. Petersburg Conservatory, where she honed her craft before gaining international acclaim.
| Occupation | Opera Singer |
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| Date of Birth | September 18, 1971 |
| Age | 54 Years |
| Birth Place | Krasnodar, Soviet Union |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
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Popularity
Anna Netrebko's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Anna Netrebko stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm). While she has maintained a striking stage presence, her weight fluctuates around 134 lbs (61 kg). With well-proportioned body measurements of approximately 36-28-37 inches, she embodies grace and elegance, attributes that complement her powerful voice.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
In her personal life, Anna has had a colorful relationship history. As of 2025, she is reportedly in a committed relationship with a prominent figure in the arts community. While details about her partner remain private, Anna has publicly shared her joy and fulfillment in her personal life. She is also a mother, adding to the richness of her family life.
Netrebko applied for Austrian citizenship in Vienna in March 2006. In response to the backlash in her native country, she cited the cumbersome and humiliating process of obtaining visas as a Russian citizen for her many performances abroad as the main reason for the decision.
In late July, the Council of Ministers approved the application for her "special merits", despite the fact that she neither spoke German nor lived in Austria. Netrebko started a relationship with Italian bass-baritone Simone Alberghini when they met during performances of Rigoletto at the Washington National Opera in 1999.
She announced their engagement but did not consider marrying due to a busy schedule. In May 2007 their relationship was confirmed as ended.
Net Worth and Salary
Anna Netrebko's estimated net worth in 2025 is approximately $10 million. Her income streams come from operatic performances, album sales, endorsements, and other artistic endeavors. With numerous sold-out concerts and acclaimed recordings, her salary continues to reflect her status as one of the leading figures in opera today.
In June 2022, Netrebko filed a labor grievance against the Met with the assistance of the American Guild of Musical Artists. In March 2023, an arbitrator ordered the Met to pay her over $200,000 for the cancelled performances while she pay a $30,000 penalty for making "highly inappropriate" statements following the invasion.
Career, Business and Investments
With an illustrious career, Anna Netrebko has performed in major opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera, Vienna State Opera, and La Scala. Her repertoire encompasses a vast array of roles, earning her numerous awards and accolades, including several Grammy nominations. Beyond music, Anna has ventured into business, including collaborations with fashion brands and philanthropic initiatives supporting the arts.
Discovered and promoted by Valery Gergiev, she began her career at the Mariinsky Theatre, collaborating with the conductor in the theater and performances elsewhere. She was noticed globally after playing Donna Anna in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the 2002 Salzburg Festival.
She had been known for her rendition of lyric and coloratura soprano roles yet later proceeded into heavier 19th-century romantic roles, such as Leonora in Il trovatore and the role of Lady Macbeth in Macbeth. Since 2016, she has turned her focus to verismo repertoire.
Social Network
Anna is active on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where she connects with her fan base. With hundreds of thousands of followers, she shares glimpses of her personal and professional life, offering an inside look at her experiences in the world of opera and beyond.
In May 2024, Netrebko performed Puccini's Turandot at the Internationale Maifestspiele Wiesbaden in a new production of the Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden with stage direction and scenic design by Daniela Kerck. A reviewer from the Frankfurter Rundschau wrote that her heavy soprano was precise in all registers, with a velvety middle range, and her acting responsive to the story-line.
Education
Anna's musical education began at the Saint Petersburg State Conservatory, a prestigious music school that has produced many world-class musicians. Her rigorous training laid the foundation for her remarkable career and contributed to her development as a skilled soprano.
Netrebko serves as an honorary director of the Russian Children's Welfare Society and has featured in several editions of "Petroushka Ball", the major fund raiser of the charity. In 2007, she was announced to be an ambassador for SOS Children's Villages in Austria, and a sponsor for the Tomilino village in Russia.
She has been supporting the association "projekt Anna - Kinderhilfe Kaliningrad e.V." since 2005, and became its patron in 2008. In May 2012, she and her then-partner Erwin Schrott jointly founded the charitable foundation "Anna Netrebko and Erwin Schrott 4 Kids", aiming to promote education, art, culture and youth welfare.
