'Bachelorette' Taylor Frankie Paul speaks out amid investigation involving ex
By Rebecca Cohen
Published on March 18, 2026.
Taylor Frankie Paul, the creator of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" and "MomTok," has spoken out about reports of domestic violence involving her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen. Paul, who is set to be ABC's newest "Bachelorette," said on "Good Morning America" that "it's been a heavy time to see the headlines" and that she is focused on her kids ahead of the premiere. The Draper Police Department in Utah declined to confirm the reports of a domestic dispute, stating it's its practice is not to release details related to active investigations. Paul and Mortensen are currently involved in an ongoing investigation. Paul also mentioned a pause in filming for "Mormon Wives," which has reportedly been temporarily halted.
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