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Paweł Tomasz Wasilewski (born July 23, 1982) is an award-winning American actor, producer, and director. He is perhaps best known for his work on the hit television series The Vampire Diaries.
He attended Rutgers University. He dropped out, but once he knew he could pursue a career in acting, he did so. He made his television debut in the famous American television soap opera Another World. Two years later, he landed a major TV role in Wolf Lake, which aired on the CBS television network.
Paul Wesley has also directed several episodes of the series. He has also appeared in a number of notable films since his debut in The Last Run. Most recently, he had small roles in the films Mothers and Daughters and Late Bloomers.
American actor
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| full name: | Pavel Tomasz Vasilewski |
| stage name: | Paul Wesley |
| date of birth: | July 23, 1982 (42 years old) |
| place of birth: | New Brunswick, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| high: | 1.8 m |
| parents: | Agnieszka Wasilewski, Thomas Wasilewski |
| brothers and sisters: | Julia Wasilewski, Monica Wasilewski, Leah Wasilewski |
| Wife • Spouse: | Ines De Ramon (m. 2019-2022), Torrey DeVitto (m. 2011-2013) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Phoebe Tonkin (2013-2017), Manette Patterson (2004-2005) |
| children: | Marlon Wesley |
| Profession: | Actor • Television personality |
| net worth: | $6 million |
Early life and education
Paul Wesley was born on July 23, 1982 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA. His parents are Agnieszka Wasilewski and Thomas Wasilewski, both of Polish descent. His other three sisters are Julia Wasilewski, Monika Wasilewski and Leah Wasilewski.
He spent four months every year in Poland until he was 16. As a result, he spoke Polish in addition to English. He attended several schools, including Lakewood Preparatory School and Christian Brothers Academy. During this time, he also immersed himself in the study of drama.
Paul Wesley appeared in the TV soap operas Another World and Guiding Light while in high school. In the latter, he played Max Nickerson. After graduating in 2000, he went to Rutgers University for further studies. However, he played various roles, which helped him discover his acting talent.
Therefore, he decided to stop his studies and pursue acting full-time.
Profession
Paul Wesley got his first major role in the television show Wolf Lake. The show premiered on CBS and was about a man who discovered a small village inhabited by werewolves while searching for clues to his fiancée’s death. The story seemed promising, but it was canceled after a few episodes.
In 2002, he had a small role in the television show American Dreams. The show aired for three years on the NBC television network. The show won a TV Land Award in 2003 and starred Gail O’Grady, Tom Verica and Brittany Snow. Over the years, he has had regular and supporting roles in many television shows, including CSI: Miami (2004), Falling (2007), Shark (2007), Cold Case (2008) and Army Wives (2009).
Paul Wesley made his film debut in the movie The Last Run in 2004. Since then, he has appeared in several other notable films, including the 2010 drama Under the Blue directed by Michael D. Sellers and the drama Peaceful Warrior directed by Victor Salva, in which he played a supporting role. The most significant contribution to his career was his role as a sympathetic vampire in the American supernatural drama The Vampire Diaries.
The television show premiered on the CW television network and aired for eight seasons from September 2009 to March 2017. It became one of the network’s most popular shows and has won numerous accolades such as the People’s Choice Award and the Teen Choice Award.
Paul Wesley made his directorial debut on The Vampire Diaries in 2014 with the episode “Resident Evil”. He has now directed several more episodes of the show. He has also produced several films, including “Before I Disappear” (2014).
Awards and nominations
Paul Wesley received several nominations for his outstanding performance in The Vampire Diaries, and he ultimately won four nominations, including the 2010 Teen Choice Award for Best Breakthrough Male Star and the 2010 Teen Choice Award for Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi Actor.
In 2014, he was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Award at the Northeast Film Festival for his role in the American TV series “Before I Disappear”.
personal life
Paul Wesley started dating American actress Torrey DeVito in 2007. They got married in 2011, but in December 2013, they finally divorced.
Paul Wesley is a mysterious actor who has had several affairs during his illustrious career. He was involved in a passionate relationship with the stunning actress Phoebe Tonkin from 2013 to 2017. Prior to that, he had a brief but torrid affair with the beautiful Marnette Patterson from 2004 to 2005.
In 2019, Paul Wesley married social media influencer and health coach Ines de Ramon. The couple officially separated in September 2022. He has a son named Marlon Wesley.
He is also known for his philanthropic work, sponsoring two fundraisers for the Humane Society of the United States.
net worth
Paul Wesley has an estimated net worth of $6 million. He is one of the most famous American television actors.
social media
- Instagram: @paulwesley
- Twitter: @paulwesley
