Bria Murphy married her longtime boyfriend Michael Xavier on July 9. The couple exchanged vows in a modest wedding ceremony attended by friends and relatives. Bria was escorted down the aisle by her parents, and her gown was created by Netta BenShabu. Meanwhile, the groom was dressed in a Dion Lattimore-designed Knot Standard tuxedo. White flowers and candlelight chandeliers adorned the venue. The bride and groom posed for photos with their parents after the wedding, with Bria Murphy sitting on her husband’s knee.
Who Is Bria Murphy’s Husband?
Michael Xavier is a well-known Canadian actor. He finished from high school before attending Humber College to pursue a career in acting. Xavier rose to prominence as a series regular on the Space Channel’s Bitten and as the lead in the film Deadly Inferno. He also appeared in the 2017 romantic comedy A Swingers Weekend as part of the ensemble cast. In addition, the 37-year-old has featured in television shows and films such as The Expanse, Northern Rescue, Shazam!, Private Eyes, The Bold Type, Taken, and others.
Bria Murphy uploaded her engagement images with Michael on social media in December 2021, while it is uncertain where the pair initially met. At the time, she wrote:
“My heart, my dearest friend, my always.” I will always adore you.”
She also shared another photo with the caption:
“I’m really excited to marry you.”
Xavier, who had similar sentiments, posted on Instagram:
“I love you forever.”
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All About Bria Murphy
Bria was born in November 1989 to Shayne Audra, Bella, Zola, and Myles. Eddie and Nicole Mitchell Murphy, her parents, separated in 2005. Bria is the oldest of her siblings and enjoys sketching and painting. In 2011, she made her acting debut in the TV series Love That Girl! and an episode of the comedy-drama Baby Daddy. She has also starred in television shows and films such as The Start-Up, Hollywood Exes, and The Game.
Bria made her cinematic debut in the comedy picture Amateur Night in 2016, and she has subsequently featured in the romance comedy The Perfect Match. She is also a model, having signed with LA Models. At an event in January 2011, she was named a worldwide ambassador for Dark and Lovely hair care products. Bria also worked with the art department on her father’s film Daddy Day Care, and she created the majority of the children’s drawings in the film. She was previously connected to rapper Marcus Cooper, but their romance was short-lived. Their cause for separation is unclear.