But Chantal, 31, became an overnight sensation after popping up in controversial ads for Rustlers burgers in which she strips down from a grey trenchcoat to sexy black undies.
Chantal and Paul, who have been together for eight years, walked down the aisle at London`s St John-at-Hampstead church.
The service at the quaint church near their home was witnessed by close family and friends.
A pal said: "It was a wonderful service. They make a beautiful couple.
"They could have negotiated a big magazine deal but that`s not their style. They`re both really down to earth."
Chantal has also starred in TV ads for Head &Shoulders shampoo and Cornetto ice-cream as well as glossy magazine ads for Jameson`s Irish whiskey, Oil of Olay and Ravel.
Microwave burger firm Rustlers - who use the slogan "nought to tasty in 70 seconds" - were accused of sexism with the ad which attracted 219 complaints.
Bolton-born Paul shot to fame playing troubled Joe Wicks in EastEnders and went on to star in the hit movie Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason.
He recently appeared in BBC drama Bonekickers before joining ITV`s new medical drama Harley Street.
Describing how he met the lovely Chantal he said: "I used to go out with her friend.
"We split up and then years later I bumped into Chantal. We began texting and dating.
"I don`t even look at other women now. She`s my soulmate and I would never do anything to hurt her."