Mormon Wives Star Speaks Amid Domestic Violence Probe

Taylor Frankie Paul Addresses Investigation Amid Domestic Violence Allegations

Taylor Frankie Paul, known for her role on the Hulu series ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,’ is speaking out for the first time amid an ongoing investigation into allegations of domestic violence. The reality star addressed the situation on Wednesday, acknowledging the difficult headlines she has been facing.

“Honestly, I’ve had a heavy time seeing the headlines,” Paul stated. She expressed her commitment to speaking her truth, adding, “I’m a person that will always speak my truth, and that’s what I’m known for. And so when the time is right, I will be.”

‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Production Paused

Paul gained significant public attention through ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,’ a show focusing on women in Utah who became known for their online “mom talk” videos. Filming for the fifth season of the series has reportedly been put on hold.

This pause comes after Paul and her former boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, the father of her youngest child, were allegedly involved in an incident leading to an ongoing investigation. Three sources close to the matter confirmed this to NBC News.

Paul commented on the production halt, saying, “I don’t call the shots with production. So as of now, I have gotten word that it also has been paused.

As far as I know, it was. But I don’t know for how long and why.”

Past Relationship Issues and Legal Troubles

The volatile nature of Paul and Mortensen’s relationship was a central theme in the first season of ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ in 2023. The transcript includes a snippet of police body camera footage from a past incident where neighbors reported hearing yelling.

In the video, Paul described being scared of Mortensen. “Because I was so scared of him in my garage. He pushed me into the wooden thing, so I reacted,” she recounted.

This incident led to Paul’s arrest on multiple charges, including assault, according to the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Department. Paul has stated that all charges against her were dropped.

Official Statements and Canceled Partnership

The Draper Police Department in Utah has declined to provide specific details regarding the current incident, citing their policy of not releasing information on active investigations. However, a police spokesperson confirmed to People magazine that there is an open domestic assault investigation involving Paul and Mortensen.

NBC News has reached out to Paul, Mortensen, ABC, Hulu, and their parent company Disney for comment, but none have responded as of the report. The ongoing situation has created a challenging scenario for those involved.

In a separate development, Cinnabon has announced it is pulling a partnership with both ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ and ‘The Bachelorette.’ The company stated, “Recent developments and allegations surrounding the lead cast member led us to reassess this.” This decision highlights the impact of the allegations on Paul’s professional relationships.

‘Bachelorette’ Connection and Fan Reactions

Adding another layer to the story, Paul was recently announced as the new Bachelorette for ABC. The show is set to premiere soon, and Bachelor Nation fans are closely watching the developments.

Some viewers are already calling for the cancellation of the show before its premiere on Sunday, given the serious allegations. This reaction comes after Paul posted a TikTok video that appeared to reveal too much. The clip showed her dancing with the arm of an unidentified man visible, leading to speculation about whether he is a contestant on the show.

Paul has stated that the person in the video is currently in her life but could not offer further details. The ongoing investigation and these recent revelations create a complex situation for Paul’s upcoming role as the Bachelorette and the future of her reality television career.

The Draper Police Department’s investigation into the domestic assault allegations remains active. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.

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