The new season of dating show The Bachelorette has been cancelled following domestic violence allegations against this season's star, ABC has confirmed. The network stated, 'We made the decision to not move forward with the new season' after footage emerged showing Taylor Frankie Paul in an altercation with her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen in 2023. Paul, a TikTok influencer known for her appearances on Hulu's Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, was arrested in relation to the incident and pleaded guilty to aggravated assault.
In light of the incidents, Paul's spokesperson mentioned that she is prioritizing her family's safety and is preparing to share her story. Mortensen, also involved in the situation, expressed that he is focusing on their son and ensuring his safety.
A Disney spokesperson remarked that the decision to pull the season was 'in light of the newly released video.' The Bachelorette's new season was expected to premiere soon but will no longer air as planned.
Before the cancellation, Paul had appeared on ABC's Good Morning America to promote the series, where she acknowledged the weight of the headlines surrounding her during this critical time for the show. She commented, 'It was supposed to be a really exciting time.'
The future of production for other series featuring her has also come into question, as Paul's co-star on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives indicated that filming has been paused due to the prevailing circumstances. In the broader context, Paul gained notoriety within the #MomTok community, contributing significantly to parenting discussions and entertainment through TikTok.
In light of the incidents, Paul's spokesperson mentioned that she is prioritizing her family's safety and is preparing to share her story. Mortensen, also involved in the situation, expressed that he is focusing on their son and ensuring his safety.
A Disney spokesperson remarked that the decision to pull the season was 'in light of the newly released video.' The Bachelorette's new season was expected to premiere soon but will no longer air as planned.
Before the cancellation, Paul had appeared on ABC's Good Morning America to promote the series, where she acknowledged the weight of the headlines surrounding her during this critical time for the show. She commented, 'It was supposed to be a really exciting time.'
The future of production for other series featuring her has also come into question, as Paul's co-star on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives indicated that filming has been paused due to the prevailing circumstances. In the broader context, Paul gained notoriety within the #MomTok community, contributing significantly to parenting discussions and entertainment through TikTok.
