Is Benji Krol Gay? Biography, Age: Family, Ethnicity, Boyfriend, Height, Net Worth
Family & Early Life
Benji Krol, whose real name is Benjamin Aleksander Krol, was born on December 14, 2000, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He has four siblings: two brothers named Rowy and Thomas, and two sisters. Benji has lived in multiple countries, including Canada, Switzerland, and currently resides in Madrid, Spain.
His family’s last name Krol has Dutch and Polish roots. His father, Andre, is English and Polish, and his mother, Alejandra, is Argentinian. He completed his schooling at Kings College the British School of Madrid in Soto de Viñuelas, Spain. He is represented by Lost Labs.
Profile Summary
- Real Name: Benjamin Aleksander Krol (known as Benji Krol)
- Last Name: Krol (Dutch and Polish roots)
- Other Names: Benji
- Birthday: December 14, 2000 (Born on a Tuesday)
- Age: 25 years old (Gen Z Creators Born in 2000)
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (Creators)
- Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Ethnicity: European (English, Polish, Argentinian ancestry)
- Residential Address: Madrid, Spain
- Profession: TikTok Star
- Years Active: 2013 to Present
Boyfriend
Benji Krol is very openly gay and has dated fellow openly gay creators in the past, including Jorge “JeyJey” Garay in 2020 and Yvan Chirade. Since he broke up with his most recent ex-boyfriend, Yvan Chirade, Benji has not gotten into any other relationships.
Body Measurements
- Body type: Slim / athletic build
- Height in feet: 6 feet 0 inches tall
- Height in cm: 183 cm
- Weight in kg: 70 kg
- Weight in pounds: 154 lbs
- Hair color: Brown hair color
- Eye color: Brown eye color
- Skin color: White skin complexion
Career Timeline
Benji Krol first gained attention on social media with colorful makeup and face-paint looks, along with his signature “Softboy” aesthetic. He posts memes with popular songs on TikTok, where he has amassed over 35 million followers and 2.1 billion likes. A common inside joke on his profile is saying “billion” instead of “million” when talking about his followers.
He has collaborated with many creators, including Nic Kaufmann, Abby Roberts, and Liza Anokhina (often pretending to be siblings with her). In November 2022, he created a collaborative YouTube channel called “LOST” with Nic Kaufmann and Nils Kuesel.
He also runs a self-titled YouTube channel with over 4.3 million subscribers where he posts vlogs and cooking videos. Benji continues to create engaging content across platforms while living in Madrid, Spain.
Net Worth
Benji Krol’s net worth is estimated to be around $3.6 million, earned from his TikTok and YouTube content, brand collaborations, and influencer opportunities.
- TikTok: @benjikrol, with over 35 million followers and 2.1 billion likes
- Instagram: @benjikrol, with over 2.2 million followers
- YouTube: @BenjiKrol, with 4.3 million subscribers
FAQ
How old is Benji Krol? Benji is currently 25 years old; he was born on December 14, 2000.
Where is Benji Krol from? He was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and currently lives in Madrid, Spain. He has also lived in Canada and Switzerland.
How tall is Benji Krol? He stands 6 feet 0 inches tall with a slim, athletic build.
Is Benji Krol gay? Yes, Benji is openly gay; he has dated fellow openly gay creators Jorge Garay (2020) and Yvan Chirade in the past.
What is Benji Krol known for? He is best known for his colorful makeup and face-paint looks, “Softboy” aesthetic, and meme videos with popular songs on TikTok. He also runs a popular YouTube channel with vlogs and cooking videos.
Does Benji Krol have siblings? Yes, he has four siblings: two brothers named Rowy and Thomas, and two sisters. His family is supportive of his creative career.