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Lizzy Savetsky
Born
Elizabeth Blum

October 1985 (age 39)
Fort Worth, Texas
EducationMaster of Arts in Multicultural Education, University of Pennsylvania (2011)
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts, New York University (2008)
Known forPro-Israel activism, Antisemitism awareness advocacy
Spouse
Ira Savetsky
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(m. 2009)​
Children3
Honours"Voice of Iron" Award from The Knesset Caucus for Public Diplomacy, Jerusalem, Israel (2025)
Citation from New York City Mayor Eric Adams for combating antisemitism (2024)
Websitelizzysavetsky.com

Elizabeth 'Lizzy' Savetsky (born October 1985) is an American social media influencer and pro-Israel activist.

Early life and education

Elizabeth Savetsky (nee Blum) was born in October 1985[1] and grew up in Forth Worth, Texas. She sang country music,[2] won the Miss Teen Duncanville title and was a runner-up in the 2002 Miss Teen Texas pageant.[3] She first visited Israel at age 18 on a Birthright Israel trip.[2] She earned her undergraduate degree from New York University and her master's degree in education from the University of Pennsylvania.[4]

Career

After graduating, Savetsky worked in fashion PR and maintained a moderately successful blog in the mid-2000s. As readership declined, she shifted to emerging social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook.[1] In 2013, she began her Instagram account focusing on accessories, calling herself “excessoriesexpert".[2] She became the social media director for Seventh House Public Relations[4] and the host of an IGTV series for Jewish matchmaking called “Bashert By Lizzy”.[5]

In November 2022, after she was announced as a cast member on Bravo's Real Housewives of New York, Savetsky said she received a "torrent of antisemitic attacks", and she withdrew from the cast.[5][6] Bravo confirmed her departure, describing it as a mutual decision after thoughtful discussions.[7] Executive producer Andy Cohen also confirmed her departure, and told People and Kveller that he had also been subjected to antisemitic trolling on the internet.[8]

Activism

Savetsky has gained recognition for her advocacy of Zionism and opposition to antisemitism.[9] As of February 2025, she had 400,000 followers on Instagram.[10] She uses her social media platform to advocate for Jewish identity and raise awareness of issues related to Israel. Her activism began during the May 2021 Israel–Palestine crisis when she was encouraged by a friend in Israel to address rising antisemitism on social media. She has since traveled across the United States, speaking to Jewish communities about advocacy and identity. Her content includes interviews with families of hostages, coverage of antisemitism on college campuses, documentation of her visits to Israel, and religious discussions in her "Torah Corner" series, recorded with her daughter Stella. Her efforts have been described as "focused on Jewish empowerment".[3] Her content frequently features her three children.[9]

After the October 7 Hamas-led attack on Israel, Savetsky walked through New York City in "symbolic, blood-stained clothing" to raise awareness of hostages taken by Hamas from Israel.[11] She has been a vocal supporter of Israel’s military actions in Gaza following the attack by Hamas. Savetsky has shared videos criticizing college protests and opposition to Israel, particularly from Democratic politicians.[10]

Savetsky at a rally.

In 2024, Savetsky received a citation from New York City Mayor Eric Adams for her efforts in combating antisemitism. The honor was presented at the annual Hanukkah celebration hosted at Gracie Mansion.[12] In January 2025, she was named as a contender for the role of U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism in the Second cabinet of Donald Trump by the New York Post.[13] She also received the "Voice of Iron" award at a ceremony held at the Knesset in Jerusalem, Israel. The Knesset, Israel's national legislature, presented the award to honor her efforts in defending Israel and amplifying its voice during the Israel-Hamas War.[14]

Citation from New York City Mayor Eric Adams to Lizzy Savetsky for combating antisemitism

In February 2025, Savetsky shared a video clip of Rabbi Meir Kahane on Instagram, stating that his views on the use of force were accurate. She later specified that her endorsement was limited to the message in her post, not all of Kahane’s views, and emphasized her support for using force to combat Palestinian terrorism.[15] [16] [10]

Personal life

Savetsky is married to plastic surgeon, Dr. Ira Savetsky, and they have three children.[4] Her husband's pro bono work treating victims of the October 7 attacks led to his receiving death threats.[17]

Savetsky has spoken publicly about her struggles with alcoholism.[18]

References

  1. ^ a b "Pro-Israel Influencer Discusses Jewish Identity After Oct. 7, How to Think About US Election as a Progressive Zionist - Algemeiner.com". Algemeiner. 2024-07-30. Retrieved 2025-03-06.
  2. ^ a b c Mark, Lois Alter. "Seeing Israel Through The Lens Of A Top Instagrammer". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  3. ^ a b Horn, Jordana; Berman, Lazar; Sharon, Jeremy (2024-03-21). "Modern-day 'Queen Esther' Lizzy Savetsky gets real about her Israel activism". The Times of Israel. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  4. ^ a b c "'RHONY's Newest Cast Member Lizzy Savetsky Is A Former Beauty Queen". Women's Health. 2022-08-23. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  5. ^ a b "'RHONY' newcomer Lizzy Savetsky says she's exiting show after 'antisemitic attacks'". TODAY.com. 2022-11-17. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  6. ^ Aurthur, Kate (2022-11-17). "Lizzy Savetsky Quits Bravo's Rebooted 'Real Housewives of New York City' After a 'Torrent of Antisemitic Attacks'". Variety. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  7. ^ "Andy Cohen Addresses 'Alarming' Antisemitism in U.S. amid Lizzy Savetsky's Sudden Exit from RHONY Reboot". People.com. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  8. ^ Zaltzman, Lior (2022-11-21). "Andy Cohen Speaks Out Against Antisemitism Following Lizzy Savetsky's RHONY Departure – Kveller". Kveller. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  9. ^ a b Gergely, Julia (2024-02-05). "Why this Upper East Side doctor is offering free plastic surgery to victims of antisemitism". Jewish Telegraphic Agency. Retrieved 2025-03-06.
  10. ^ a b c Shepherd, Samuel Eli (2025-02-25). "Why are Jewish influencers suddenly talking about Meir Kahane?". The Forward. Retrieved 2025-03-06.
  11. ^ Zohar, Nathalie (2024-11-01). "Losing followers and friends, but still fighting: The influencers standing strong for Israel". Ynetnews. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  12. ^ HAJDENBERG, JACKIE (December 18, 2024). "Mayor Eric Adams calls himself 'a modern-day Maccabee' at pre-Hanukkah party at Gracie Mansion". Jerusalem Post.
  13. ^ Kornbluh, Jacob (January 9, 2025). "The unconventional contenders for Trump's antisemitism envoy". The Forward.
  14. ^ Lenefsky, Eric (January 7, 2025). "Israel advocates honored at Knesset's 'Voices of Iron Ceremony'". Jerusalem Post.
  15. ^ Sales, Ben (February 25, 2025). "Pro-Israel influencer Lizzy Savetsky called a video of Meir Kahane 'the truth' — and set off a firestorm". Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
  16. ^ "Influencer Lizzy Savetsky called a video of Meir Kahane 'the truth' — and set off a firestorm". The Jerusalem Post. 2025-02-26. Retrieved 2025-03-06.
  17. ^ "NYC doctor aiding Oct. 7 victims hit with death threats over Israel support". The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com. 2024-09-15. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
  18. ^ Dvora (2022-07-31). "Lizzy Savetsky's Personal Battle Against Alcoholism - Aish.com Profiles, Featured, Life". Aish.com. Archived from the original on 2022-11-30. Retrieved 2025-03-06.
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