In a shocking move, ABC has canceled the upcoming season of The Bachelorette starring Taylor Frankie Paul just days before its scheduled premiere. The decision comes after a 2023 video involving Paul and her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen surfaced, sparking controversy and an ongoing domestic violence investigation.
The incident dates back to 2023 when Paul was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault and domestic violence in the presence of a child. She later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of aggravated assault while other charges were dismissed.
As a result, filming on the next installment of Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which Paul also stars in, has been halted amid the ongoing investigation and controversy. The show's co-star Mikayla Matthews stated that the decision to pause production was made by the cast, citing discomfort with filming amidst the situation.
With The Bachelorette season scrapped and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives facing production uncertainty, Paul's television future remains unclear. ABC has not yet clarified how it plans to fill the now-vacant time slot.
