Raphael grew up in Bordeaux, France. His family immigrated in 2008, and he became a citizen in 2018. He lived in Arizona for six years, earning a teaching degree with Grand Canyon University.

He loves to sit outside and watch the wildlife with his wife. If he is not reading, he loves playing with his two cats, Leela and Merlin.

He is currently training with Jenny Höglund for AMI’s 12-18 Adolescent Diploma in Sweden and London.