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Domestic Assault Investigation Halts Bachelorette Star's Show Production

3/18/2026

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Taylor Frankie Paul, the star of The Bachelorette, faces a domestic assault investigation involving her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen.
Draper City Police confirmed allegations have been made in both directions, halting production on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Paul is set to premiere March 22.
Co-stars are distancing themselves, citing concerns about her well-being and show's reputation.
Paul acknowledged the timing is challenging but remains focused on her role.

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Taylor Frankie Paul, the star of The Bachelorette, faces a domestic assault investigation involving her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen.
Draper City Police confirmed allegations have been made in both directions, halting production on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Paul is set to premiere March 22.
Co-stars are distancing themselves, citing concerns about her well-being and show's reputation.
Paul acknowledged the timing is challenging but remains focused on her role.