The Australian-born Paul Leyden lives a prosperous acting and filmmaking career. Leyden’s appearance as  Simon Frasier in the CBS soap opera As the World Turns is famous among his other acting credits. In the category of Outstanding Supporting Actor, Leyden received Emmy Award nominations for As the World Turns. Paul is the director, writer, and executive producer of the Crackle action series Cleaners (2013-2014).

The degree in performing arts holder from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) actor was born Paul Augustine Leyden on December 16, 1972, in Melbourne. Paul, his younger brother, Mike Leyden, and a sister Simone Leyden were raised by their mother, Roslyn Anne, and father, John James Barry Leyden. Paul’s father passed away in December 2019 due to a “degenerative illness.” His other sister Katie also died in the same year.

The actor and director Leyden’s professional career is rising. He is earning exceptional wealth and is grabbing wide media attention from his acting deeds. The actor’s marital life is also as prosperous as his professional life. Know his romantic relationship details with his wife Alexia Barlier in the following paragraphs.

Paul Leyden And Now-Wife Alexia Barlier Have Been Together Since 2016

The 49-years-old The Young and the Restless actor Paul and his pretty wife Alexia Barlier have been jointly sharing an intimate relationship since 2016. The 39 aged Alexia is a French-born actress who has performed in various French and American movies and TV series. Her credits include Nina, Falco, The Forest, Crimson Wedding, etc.

The Australian actor Paul Leyden and French actress Alexia Barlier began dating in 2016
Image: The Australian actor Paul Leyden and French actress Alexia Barlier began dating in 2016
Source: Instagram @alexiabarlier

Their respective Instagram post suggests that Paul and Alexia first met in June 2016. Without delay, Leyden and Barlier began their romantic affair after knowing each other. On June 13, 2017, Paul shared an image with Alexia, writing,

“One year ago, I met a real-life Wonder Woman, and she changed my life! Strong, passionate, intelligent, supremely talented, inspirational, supportive, kind, hysterically funny it’s a pretty tireless list. Oh, and that French accent? I’m constantly like the wolf in looney tunes cartoons whose jaw hits the floor and eyes pop out of his head! @alexiabarlier you are everything!”

Similarly, Barlier shared her experience regarding her first meeting with Paul, saying, “I met this wonderful man a year ago today! And the butterflies I felt in my tummy driving back from Topanga on that day have kept growing stronger and louder every day since! You amaze me and fulfill every moment that passes by!

The Home and Away star Paul Leyden proposed to his girlfriend of more than two years in March 2018 during their trip to Mount Tamalpais State Park, California
Snap: The Home and Away star Paul Leyden proposed to his girlfriend of more than two years in March 2018 during their trip to Mount Tamalpais State Park, California
Source: Instagram @paulleyden1

After two years, the Canal Road actor proposed to his girlfriend, Alexia, in March 2018. During their trip to Mount Tamalpais State Park, California, Paul popped the question. The couple announced their engagement news through Instagram posts.

They Wedded In Switzerland

Paul and Alexia tied the wedding knot in August 2018. They got hitched at the Swiss Historic Hotel du Pillon – Grand Chalet des Bovets in Switzerland. Their wedding event was held in attendance of their family members, relatives, and friends.

The actress Alexia wore a halter neck gown on her big day. And Paul walked down the wedding aisle wearing a navy blue tuxedo. Paul shared the wedding news through Instagram, captioning, “Best. Day. Ever.”

Paul Leyden and Alexia Barlier exchanged their wedding vows in August 2018 in Switzerland
Snap: Paul Leyden and Alexia Barlier exchanged their wedding vows in August 2018 in Switzerland
Source: Instagram @alexiabarlier

Later, on September 1, 2018, Alexia shared their wedding image, writing, “Three days ago, this beautiful event happened! I said YES to @paulleyden1 and became Mrs.Leyden! #A&P #justmarried #happilyeverafter.

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Mr. and Mrs. Leyden currently shares an intimate marital relationship. Despite the 10-year age gap, Paul and his beloved spouse live a healthy married life. The husband-wife duo recently celebrated their fourth marriage anniversary.

Paul Leyden, Father Of A Beautiful Daughter

The Factory (film) writer Paul and his wife Alexia announced the news of her 27 weeks pregnancy in March 2019. Later, on June 7, 2019, Alexia and Paul welcomed their beautiful daughter, Raphaelle Anais Leyden.

Paul Leyden with his wife Alexia Barlier and daughter Raphaelle Anais Leyden
Photo: Paul Leyden with his wife Alexia Barlier and daughter Raphaelle Anais Leyden
Source: Instagram @paulleyden1

The 6-feet-3-inch (191 cm) tall Paul shared the newborn image of their daughter on Instagram, writing, “Hi everyone, meet me! My name is Raphaelle Anais Leyden! I was born on June 7 at 2.29am! I weigh 6lbs 15oz. I’m super long and skinny with big feet! My Mum brought me into this world completely naturally and Dad couldn’t stop crying. He kept calling her his warrior queen.”

As of now, Raphaelle Anais, who has already celebrated her third birthday, lives the celebrity life with her parents. Like, Banks Violet Bair, Raphaelle is also garnering fame as a star kid. She also features on her mother and father’s social media posts.

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