Despite being the son of one of the most celebrated Italian tenors in history, Matteo Bocelli is not defined by his father’s legacy. Instead, he is confidently forging his own artistic path. As he prepares to perform in the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, fans across the world are taking notice — and it’s the perfect time to learn more about the rising star who is carrying forward the Bocelli family’s tradition of extraordinary vocal talent.
How old is Matteo Bocelli?
Matteo Bocelli is 28 years old. He was born on October 8, 1997, in Forte dei Marmi, Italy, to Andrea Bocelli and Enrica Cenzatti. He is the middle child of three siblings, with an older brother, Amos (30), and a younger sister, Virginia (13).
How many albums has Matteo Bocelli released?
Matteo’s first major musical moment came in 2019, when he performed the emotional duet “Fall on Me” with his father. The song was later featured in The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, marking Matteo’s introduction to a global audience.
He officially launched his solo career with his debut self-titled album, Matteo, released in 2023. Two years later, he followed it with his second studio album, Falling in Love (2025), solidifying his place as an artist with his own distinct sound.
When celebrating Matteo’s first album on Instagram in June 2023, Andrea Bocelli shared a heartfelt message celebrating his son’s journey:
“Your dad, who has traveled all around the world and is still hopping between continents, will always be there for you, to advise you, support you, encourage you and pass on the lessons the infinite struggles of life have taught him. Now spread your wings and fly.”
On November 27, Matteo will join the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, performing atop Rao’s Homemade “Pasta Knight” float. The parade airs on NBC and Peacock starting at 8:30 a.m. across all U.S. time zones and will begin with a performance by Wicked: For Good star Cynthia Erivo. It promises to be a highlight of the holiday season.
How much of an influence was Andrea Bocelli on his son?
Although Matteo comes from a world-renowned musical family, Andrea Bocelli did not push him toward a career in singing. In a 2024 interview with Gentleman’s Journal, Matteo shared that his father wasn’t even aware of his vocal ability until his late teens.
“My dad didn’t actually get involved in my musical education until I was around 16 years old — when my mum asked him to listen to me singing at home,” Matteo recalled. “Before that, he didn’t even know I could sing.”
Instead of steering him into music, Andrea encouraged Matteo to follow his own passions. As it turned out, those passions led him naturally toward the craft that made the Bocelli name famous worldwide.
“I wanted it for myself, but my dad was never pushy about music,” Matteo explained. “He never expected this to become a family business. He saw music as more of an important personal expression to have in your life.”
Today, Matteo Bocelli stands as a testament to both independence and inspiration — a young artist honoring his family’s legacy while building a future entirely his own.
