Izzy Biography
Izzy (born Ismael “Izzy” Zapata Jr.) is an American TV Personality and Salesman well-known for starring in the 5th season of the Netflix show “Love Is Blind”. The season premiered on September 22, 2023.
Izzy Age
His Netflix bio says that he is 31 years old, although not specified as of what year. Therefore, he was probably born between 1992 and 1991. However, he has not yet disclosed the date, month, or year he was born.
Izzy Height
He stands at an approximate height of 6 feet and 1 inch.
Izzy Family
He was born to Ismael “Smiley” Zapata (late father) and his mother whose names are unknown. He posted his mom’s photo on his Instagram Page on November 21, 2021. His dad died in June 2022 and the cause of his death is unknown. Izzy was raised in a Jehovah’s Witness family, but now he is not in that religion (his religion is unidentified). He was brought up by his mother and stepdad, who he came to know that he had not been his biological dad when he was an adult. There is no information regarding whether he has any siblings.
Izzy Girlfriend / Dating
He is looking for his perfect match in season 5 of “Love Is Blind” and he hopes to find the one with his ideal personality. There will be an update on whether he will find his match in the show or not.
Izzy Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of between $700K-$2 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a TV Personality and Salesman.
Izzy Salary
As one of the cast members of the show “Love Is Blind”, he earns a salary of $1000 every week.
Izzy Love Is Blind Season 5
He is one of the single women cast in the 5th season of the Netflix reality TV series, “Love Is Blind”, which premiered on September 22, 2023. In the show, he tries to find his match to start a family with. He is actively looking for a long-lasting connection and has been going on 2 to 3 dates every week for about one and a half years. However, he hasn’t found the one for him yet because he often doesn’t connect emotionally with his partners.
His ideal partner would share his interest in fitness and outdoor activities like beach volleyball, so he’s particularly interested in athletic women. If she happens to have beautiful eyes and blonde hair, that’s a bonus. But most importantly, he is hoping to meet someone who is open-minded, communicates well, and can love him unconditionally.
In the show, Izzy and Stacy Renae Snyder were among the 3 couples who got engaged on the show. There will be an update of further details regarding their love life.
He and his fellow cast members meet other single women and they date without ever meeting each other in person. They focus on building an emotional connection instead of relying on physical attraction. Love Is Blind Season 5 is hosted by Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey.
“Love is Blind” is a social experiment featuring 14 single women and men from the same city, aiming to find true love. They go on dates for 10 days in special “pods” where they can’t see each other but communicate through a speaker, forming connections based on personalities rather than looks. Couples who connect may propose, and only after the proposal is accepted do they meet face-to-face.
Engaged couples then attend a couples’ retreat to deepen their connection, finally seeing all the cast members together. Afterward, they move into the same city apartment complex, meeting each other’s friends and families, and navigating personal habits and finances. The wedding takes place four weeks after moving in together, where they decide whether to continue the relationship or say “I Do.”
Below are some of the other cast members of the 5th season of “Love Is Blind”;
Izzy Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram and TikTok. He has over 3.8K followers on Instagram.