Paydin was born in a small but culturally progressive town in Texas. She grew up performing on various stages around town. She signed with Product, a modeling agency in New York at age of 11. Paydin spent her summers in New York City modeling for Limited Too and Abercrombie Kids as well as several other companies. She then began television commercial work for companies such as Kohls and JC Penney, eventually signing with Osbrink Talent Agency in Los Angeles. She began her acting career by playing Michelle, a guest spot on a popular TV series, "The O.C." (2003). In the past year she has taken acting classes with Michael Woolson.