Paul Abrahamian (born 13 June 1993) is an American reality television personality, clothing designer (Dead Skull Apparel), and musician, best known for their legendary runs on Big Brother. In February 2026, Paul returned to the spotlight as a key cast member of Season 3 of House of Villains, marking their first major reality TV appearance outside of the Big Brother franchise in years.
Recognized for their “Friendship” catchphrase, distinctive tattoos, and master-level manipulation, Paul entered the House of Villains lair to compete for the $200,000 grand prize against other notorious reality TV figures.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Paul Raffi Abrahamian
- Age (as of 2026): 32
- Birth Date: June 13, 1993
- Hometown: Tarzana, Los Angeles, California
- Profession: Clothing Designer (Dead Skull Apparel), Reality TV Personality, Musician
- Nationality: American
- Known For: Big Brother 18 (Runner-up), Big Brother 19 (Runner-up), House of Villains Season 3
- Gender/Pronouns: They/Them (Paul has used they/them pronouns in recent interviews and profiles).
Career & House of Villains (2026)
Paul’s career is defined by two back-to-back runner-up finishes on Big Brother, where they were often criticized for poor “jury management” despite controlling the strategy of the game. After a long hiatus from television to focus on their clothing brand, Dead Skull Apparel, Paul joined the cast of House of Villains Season 3 on Peacock in early 2026.
In the season premiere (Feb 26, 2026), Paul wasted no time leaning into their “villain” persona. They quickly formed a “boy alliance” with fellow competitors like Johnny Middlebrooks (Love Island) and Tyson Apostol (Survivor), though tension immediately flared with Tyson, who described Paul’s “Big Brother energy” as “loud” and “turning him off.”
Personal Life & Background
- Ethnicity: Paul is of Armenian and Russian descent.
- Family: They were raised in Tarzana, California, and have remained close with their family, occasionally sharing photos of their nephew on social media.
- Physical Appearance: Paul stands tall at a height of 5’8” (approximately) and is known for their signature long beard and extensive tattoos.
Relationship Status
As of early 2026, Paul’s current partner has not been publicly confirmed. In the past, they were frequently seen at events with model Leila Knight, but Paul generally keeps their private life out of the primary spotlight.
FAQs
Here are the most common questions people ask about the actor.
Q. What is Paul Abrahamian’s net worth in 2026?
A. According to recent 2026 finance reports, Paul’s net worth is estimated at approximately $500,000. This includes their earnings from reality TV appearances (including two $50,000 runner-up prizes) and revenue from their successful clothing line, Dead Skull Apparel.
Q. Where is Paul Abrahamian now?
A. Paul is currently appearing on Season 3 of House of Villains on Peacock. When not filming, they reside in Los Angeles, where they continue to run their fashion business and pursue music.
Q. Why is Paul Abrahamian a “villain”?
A. Paul earned the villain label primarily during Big Brother 19, where they were accused of using “cult-like” manipulation and psychological tactics to control the entire house, leading to an extremely bitter jury that denied them the win for a second time.
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