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Taylor Frankie Paul Named First Reality Star Bachelorette

9/19/2025

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Taylor Frankie Paul, 31, was named the lead for Season 22 of The Bachelorette on September 10, 2025, during Alex Cooper's podcast.
This is ABC's first selection of a lead from another reality series, targeting younger viewers.
Paul will also continue her role in Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives while filming.
Reactions are mixed; supporters commend her authenticity, while critics express concerns about her past.
Early social media engagement shows increased interest, though long-term sustainability is uncertain.

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Taylor Frankie Paul, 31, was named the lead for Season 22 of The Bachelorette on September 10, 2025, during Alex Cooper's podcast.
This is ABC's first selection of a lead from another reality series, targeting younger viewers.
Paul will also continue her role in Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives while filming.
Reactions are mixed; supporters commend her authenticity, while critics express concerns about her past.
Early social media engagement shows increased interest, though long-term sustainability is uncertain.