Reality TV is a wild ride, and if you watched Season 7 of Love Is Blind, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Alexandra Byrd—or just Alex, as most of the cast called her—became one of the most talked-about participants for reasons that had nothing to do with her career as a producer and everything to do with a nap.
Seriously. A nap.
But there is so much more to her story than a badly timed snooze. Alex walked into the pods at 33 years old, looking for someone tall, confident, and compassionate. She’d been through the ringer before—one ex hid his sexual orientation from her, and another was unfaithful. So, when she met Tim Godbee, it felt like the stars were finally aligning. Their connection in the pods was deep, emotional, and seemingly unbreakable. Tim was the "principled" guy; Alex was the "heart of gold" woman. On paper, it was perfect. In reality? It was a slow-motion car crash that none of us could look away from.
The Mexico Meltdown That Set the Tone
Everything looked great until the couple hit the daylight of Mexico. The transition from the pods to the "real world" (or at least a resort with cameras) is always where the cracks start to show. For Alex and Tim, it wasn't just a crack; it was a canyon.
Basically, Alex got homesick. Instead of talking about it, she shut down. If you’ve ever been "avoidant" in a relationship, you know that silence feels like a shield, but to someone like Tim, it felt like a weapon. He kept pushing for a reaction, and things got ugly. Tim later claimed that during this fight, Alex actually put her hands over his mouth to stop him from talking.
Yikes.
Most couples wouldn't recover from that. But somehow, they did. They moved back to DC, they met families, and they tried to make it work. Alex’s dad, who has MS, gave Tim a "Grade A" stamp of approval. At that point, it looked like they might actually make it to the altar.
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Why the Tim and Alex Split Was Inevitable
The "Nap Incident" is what everyone remembers, but it was just the final straw. Tim’s family came to visit, and Alex—who was working two jobs at the time, including one with brutal overnight hours—decided to take a nap while they were there.
Tim was done. He saw it as a massive sign of disrespect.
Honestly, the fallout was painful to watch. Tim didn't just break up with her; he "pulled the rip cord" with a level of intensity that felt like he’d been holding back a dam of resentment. He told her he never wanted to see her again. It wasn't just about the nap. It was about clashing communication styles. Tim wanted a partner who would do the dishes and stay "on" for his family; Alex needed her rest and some grace for her grueling schedule.
They officially split in March 2025, and looking back, it’s clear they were just two people speaking different languages. Tim’s "principled" nature often felt like a need for control, while Alex’s exhaustion was misinterpreted as a lack of effort.
What Is Alexandra Byrd Doing Now?
If you follow Alex on Instagram (@prettylilbyrdie), you’ve probably noticed she isn’t just moping around. She’s turned her reality TV "villain" (or victim, depending on who you ask) moment into a business.
One of the biggest wins for Alex post-show was her fashion sense. She actually made her own dress for the Love Is Blind reunion, which is a total boss move. That DIY project gave her the confidence to launch her own fashion line, Lexara.
The Lexara Vision
- Purpose: Designing for women to feel powerful at every weight goal.
- Philosophy: "Discipline is a form of self-love."
- Future: Moving from ready-to-wear into accessories and red-carpet pieces.
She’s also leaned heavily into wellness. She’s gone from being the girl who "took a nap" to an advocate for mental health and intentional living. She reads The Four Agreements every year (which, if you’ve read it, explains a lot about her trying to navigate the drama). She’s living in DC, focusing on her brand, and honestly, she looks way more relaxed than she ever did standing next to Tim.
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The Takeaway for the Rest of Us
The saga of Alexandra Byrd teaches us a few things about modern dating that are actually useful. First, "fairytale" connections in a vacuum (like the pods) don't mean a thing if your lifestyles don't mesh. If one person is a 5 AM riser and the other is a night owl working two jobs, there’s going to be friction.
Second, watch out for "principled" partners who use those principles as a way to scold you. Tim’s reaction to the nap was extreme. In a healthy relationship, you say, "Hey, it hurt my feelings that you slept while my parents were here." You don't say, "I never want to see your face again."
What you should do next: If you're following Alex’s journey, keep an eye on the Lexara launch this fall. It’s a rare example of a reality star actually building something tangible instead of just selling tummy tea. If you’re currently in the dating trenches, take a page from her book: stop chasing trends and start focusing on what makes you feel confident, whether that’s a new business or just a really good, uninterrupted nap.