Producer eyes Taylor Frankie Paul return to 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' post-drama

Following the production pause over domestic violence probes, 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' producer Jeff Jenkins hopes Taylor Frankie Paul will join the next season. After a recent chat, he described her as 'very grounded and composed,' amid her restraining order issues and past Bachelorette cancellation.

Producer Jeff Jenkins shared optimism for Taylor Frankie Paul's return to Hulu's 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit. This comes after investigations into domestic violence allegations against her ex halted filming earlier in 2026, now resolved with no charges filed and production resumed (see related coverage).

Jenkins, who spoke with Paul recently, called her 'very grounded and composed' despite ongoing personal drama, including a recent restraining order and her 2023 'Bachelorette' cancellation. Fans speculate if she'll share more details in the upcoming season.

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In the wake of production pausing on season 5 of Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' amid Taylor Frankie Paul's abuse allegations—as first reported last week—cast member Jennifer Affleck voiced concerns on Instagram that the drama is eclipsing the show's uplifting messages about motherhood and empowerment. Affleck posted Sunday, while Paul remains active online despite her 'Bachelorette' season's recent cancellation.

'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul has deleted her Instagram and TikTok accounts amid ongoing fallout from domestic violence allegations and production issues. A source says she is taking a personal break.

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The cast of Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' expects filming to restart in weeks after a production pause for a domestic violence investigation. Multiple sources indicate the cast's concerns have been addressed, though network executives have yet to decide. The pause stemmed from allegations involving cast member Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex, Dakota Mortensen.

New details have emerged in the ongoing domestic allegations between Taylor Frankie Paul and ex Dakota Mortensen, following earlier reports of child abuse claims and a production pause on 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.' Sources say Paul physically assaulted Mortensen at his home around Feb. 24-25, with their son Ever present; her 'Bachelorette' appearance remains scheduled.

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During filming of her now-canceled season of The Bachelorette, Taylor Frankie Paul reportedly stormed off set after contestant Casey Hux questioned her about a 2023 domestic violence arrest, according to TMZ sources. The incident has resurfaced amid revelations about the scrapped show.

Dakota Mortensen has filed a third domestic violence allegation against Taylor Frankie Paul in West Jordan, Utah, in February 2026, related to an incident from early to mid-2024 captured on video. Detectives are reviewing the footage and interviewing involved parties, with the Salt Lake County District Attorney monitoring due to Paul's ongoing probation from a prior assault conviction.

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Reality TV personality Marciano Brunette has been closely following the new season of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' despite his ongoing legal dispute with cast member Demi Engemann. He shared with TMZ his reasons for tuning in and reactions to his portrayal on the show. The timing overlaps with his own filming commitments, adding layers to the drama.

 

 

 

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