Taylor Malkov Breaks Silence on Exes, Media Drama, and Moving Forward
At 24, Israeli star Taylor Malkov opens up about tabloid rumors involving her former partners, Isaac Nakash and Ben Zini, and explains why she cut ties with both to protect her peace.
Taylor Malkov has spent nearly her entire life in the spotlight, rising to fame at just 13 as a prominent internet star and participant in the reality show "The Boys and the Girls". She quickly evolved into a teenage phenomenon and pop empire as part of the duo "Ben and Taylor" alongside her former romantic partner, Ben Zini.
Since their professional and personal split in 2020, Malkov has worked tirelessly to establish herself as an independent star on her own terms. Her resume ranges from high-profile commercial campaigns and starring roles in musicals and Hanukkah stage productions to a standout appearance in the prime-time hit "Dancing with the Stars".
Dealing with the Past and Media Drama
Today, at just 24 years old with an extensive portfolio, she stands at center stage as a leading actress and model whose every move continues to stir the local entertainment industry. However, recent headlines have pulled her right back into her romantic past. In a candid interview with local media, Malkov addressed the rumors surrounding a triangle involving her and two of her former partners.
The drama ignited after Isaac Nakash, a businessman who has lived his entire life in the United States, surprisingly relocated to Israel shortly after their publicized breakup, subsequently rekindling his friendship with Zini—who happens to be Malkov's other famous ex. Malkov admitted she learned about the move through gossip columns and did not hide her frustration.
Moving Forward and Setting Boundaries
"About a month after we broke up, he moved to Israel. I didn't understand it. What was the rush?" Malkov shared in the interview. She explained that the main advantage of breaking up when someone lives abroad is the ability to truly disconnect, but having him suddenly nearby created unnecessary exposure and stress. When asked about a potential reconciliation now that he is in the country, she firmly replied, "No, absolutely not. There is no way."
The plot further thickened as Nakash and Zini grew closer, despite Zini having previously maintained friendly terms with Malkov. After the two men were photographed together playing padel, Malkov decided to cut ties with both of them to protect her peace of mind. As she put it, "I am not looking for this and I don't want this drama on my back. I am where I am happy, and this simply didn't do me any good."
