Taylor Frankie Paul is opening up about one of the most chaotic and emotionally draining periods of her life, and she isn’t sugarcoating it. 

The reality TV star, currently entangled in domestic violence allegations, a custody battle, and major career setbacks, shared a deeply personal glimpse into her struggles over the past several weeks. 

In a raw social media post, Paul described enduring panic attacks, physical stress, and spiritual reflection, giving fans a clearer picture of what she’s been facing behind the headlines.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says Last 40 Days Felt Like ‘Hell’ Amid Ongoing Drama

Taylor Frankie Paul didn’t hold back when describing the emotional toll of her recent experiences. 

In a candid Instagram post shared on April 5, she revealed just how intense the past several weeks have been.

“The last 40 days felt like hell on earth,” Paul wrote in the caption, pairing the statement with a video montage capturing unfiltered moments from her daily life. 

The 31-year-old described enduring repeated panic attacks, writing, “Through every panic attack I prayed for strength as I could feel my body breaking down and out from the distress of it all.”

The video itself painted a stark picture, showing her physically unwell, reflecting privately, and leaning on her faith. 

Over the video, she added a text overlay that read, “He has risen and he is real,” signaling how central her beliefs have been during this time. 

She also noted the timing of her realization, writing, “I got chills today when I realized it’s been 40 days exactly today in this frantic state.”

Paul Shares How Faith Became Her Anchor During Crisis

Amid the chaos, Taylor Frankie Paul emphasized how her spirituality has helped her cope. 

Referencing Easter, she described feeling supported through what she viewed as divine intervention.

“He sent just that in various ways along with so many undeniable signs saying ‘I am with you’ which I can’t wait to share that part,” she wrote, expressing a deep sense of connection to her Christian faith.

Paul also reflected on how her approach to prayer has evolved. “I’ve prayed since I was young and never strayed away because I believe he wants us to ask for help especially during our lowest points,” she shared. 

However, instead of only asking for help, she began shifting her mindset. “However, instead of just asking I switched over to thanking him at the end of each day no matter how I felt,” the influencer wrote.

Taylor Frankie Paul Distances Herself From Mormon Church After Scandal

In another emotional update shared the same day, Paul revealed a major personal decision. 

She noted that she’s stepping back from the Mormon church. The move comes in the wake of mounting controversy surrounding her personal life.

In the Instagram story post, the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star explained that she was born and raised Mormon and would always have love and respect toward it.

However, she added that “with that being said, it’s time to detach myself from it.” While Paul noted she may still attend certain events with family, her relationship with organized religion is clearly shifting.

“I strongly believe in Christ, God, the Bible, the divine,” she said, emphasizing that her faith remains intact despite the change. Paul also added, “I believe we are loved whether we are praying in the church building or from a bathroom floor at home.”

The television personality acknowledged that she had received support from people of varying beliefs. 

She described the post as a form of release, hinting at the emotional weight she had been carrying.

Paul Faces Legal Battles And Custody Dispute With Ex

At the center of Taylor Frankie Paul’s current struggles are serious legal issues involving her ex, Dakota Mortensen. 

He has accused her of domestic violence stemming from an alleged February incident, claiming she “scratched” him and committed physical assault.

According to Us Weekly, Mortensen later alleged there were “two incidents of physical assault,” prompting authorities to open a second investigation. 

However, no charges have been filed so far. Paul has denied all allegations and countered with claims that Mortensen was the abusive party, which he has also denied.

The situation has extended into a custody dispute over their 2-year-old son, Ever. Court documents confirmed that Mortensen was granted temporary custody, along with a restraining order against Paul. 

She is expected to attend a court hearing on Tuesday regarding her custodial rights.

The fallout has also impacted her career. Filming for “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” season 5 has been paused, and her planned appearance on “The Bachelorette” was scrapped. 

Taylor Frankie Paul’s Past Incident Resurfaces As New Footage Emerges

Complicating matters further, past incidents involving Paul have resurfaced. Body camera footage from her 2023 arrest has reentered public conversation, offering a glimpse into a previous altercation with Mortensen.

In the clip published by TMZ, the pair were seen arguing as police arrived at the scene. 

Mortensen told officers that Paul was “not doing OK” and added, “I can’t even tell you the stuff that’s happened to me,” while showing alleged injuries. 

As tensions escalated, the reality TV star reportedly became emotional, while officers worked to separate them. 

After her arrest, Mortensen even asked officers if he could go to jail instead, saying he wanted her “to get help.” 

The incident ultimately led to Paul pleading guilty to aggravated assault in August 2023, with additional charges dropped as part of a deal. She remains on probation, which is expected to conclude in August 2026.

In the past few years, South Korea has become a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. 2019’s Parasite became the first non-English-language movie to win Best Picture at the Oscars, and Squid Game took the streaming world by storm in 2021, beating Bridgerton as the most-watched Netflix premiere. But Netflix was building its Korean-drama fanbase even before Parasite won at the 2020 Oscars, kicking things off with the zombie series Kingdom.

The 2019 series features Bae Doona, Ju Ji-hoon, and Kim Sang-ho fighting against both a zombie outbreak and a political coup in 17th-century Korea. It’s not the first period piece to include zombies, but it is one of the first out of Korea. More than that, it is an excellent combination of political intrigue and impressively gory zombie violence that deserves its place as one of the best Korean shows on Netflix.

‘Kingdom’ Is Netflix’s First South Korean Series

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K-dramas are huge on Netflix: in 2022, co-CEO Ted Sarandos stated that over 60% of its users have watched at least one. They also saw a staggering sixfold increase in ‘K-content’ viewership since 2018. And everyone is waiting with bated breath for the second season of the mega-hit Squid Game. And all of this has only happened in the last few years. While Netflix previously offered Korean shows and movies, they only started creating their own original Korean content in 2019.

Kingdom was the start of it all, becoming the first Netflix original series from Korea. The horror/political drama mash-up received rave reviews, quickly becoming one of the top hits of the year due to its strong writing, beautiful (and terrifying) visuals, and excellent cast. Kingdom boasts several familiar faces for both dedicated fans of K-drama and fans of Netflix shows in general. One of the major players in Kingdom, Seo Bi, is portrayed by Bae Doona, star of the popular Sense8 series and the recent Rebel Moon films. Kingdom also features Kim Sang-ho, who fans can watch in Sweet Home‘s third and final season.

What Is ‘Kingdom’ About Exactly?

One of the biggest draws of Kingdom is its historical setting and the fact that it’s unusual to see a zombie movie or show not set in contemporary times. That’s not to say it hasn’t been done before; Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is possibly the most famous example, set in Regency-period England. And 2018’s Overlord is a zombie-adjacent movie set in WWII. But Kingdom offers a fresh take on the genre outside a Western point of view. Kingdom takes place 400 years ago and offers a look at Korea that Western viewers rarely see.

Kingdom also treats its historical setting with gravitas, incorporating it intrinsically into the zombie story it wants to tell, instead of using it as a source of humor or satire. Ju Ji-hoon plays Lee Chang, the only son of the King of Joseon (what would become modern-day Korea), through a concubine. Although Lee Chang has many supporters, the Queen Consort is pregnant with a child who, if a boy, would have a more legitimate claim to the throne. She and her supporters will stop at nothing to ensure her child becomes king instead of Lee Chang.

‘Kingdom’ Balances Politics and Zombies in a Medieval-Inspired Korea

The political plot of Kingdom is well-crafted and nuanced, deserving as much praise for its storytelling as this year’s awards darling, Shōgun, in terms of strong characters and political chess games. But don’t worry, zombie fans — in addition to the social commentary, detailed costumes, and beautiful scenery, there’s plenty of terror and gore in Kingdom. In fact, the zombie outbreak stems directly from the political machinations of the Queen Consort’s clan.

The zombies themselves are the fast-moving, 28 Days Later variety, leading to plenty of tense chase sequences throughout the series. And when the protagonists have to fend off the zombies face-to-face, Kingdom doesn’t shy away from putting all the gore on screen. Whether a zombie horde rips apart a helpless victim or an attacking zombie gets an arrow through the neck, the series makes sure to keep the horror on equal footing with the politics.

In short, Kingdom has something for everyone. For K-drama devotees, there are recognizable faces and familiar story beats to enjoy. For political drama enthusiasts, the social commentary in the show is on point. And, of course, for those who love a good zombie thriller, Kingdom can ratchet up the tension and terror as well as any classic Romero flick.

Kingdom is available to stream in the U.S. on Netflix.

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2019 – 2020-00-00

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Marshals dedicated a memorial for Monica one year after her death, which also served as a ceremony to Yellowstone star Mo Brings Plenty‘s late nephew Cole.

During the Sunday, April 5, episode of the CBS series, Monica (Kelsey Asbille) was honored in a traditional remembrance ceremony on the Broken Rock reservation with son Tate (Brecken Merrill), husband Kayce (Luke Grimes) and grandfather (Rudy Ramos) paying tribute.

Star Arielle Kebbel later revealed that the fictional event was also a real memorial for Cole Brings Plenty, who appeared on Yellowstone spinoff 1923. His uncle, Mo Brings Plenty, currently plays Mo in Marshals.

Kebbel told People that Mo’s attended the event after Cole’s death. In March 2024, a warrant was issued for Cole’s arrest in relation to a domestic violence incident. According to a press release, authorities were called to the scene after reports of a screaming woman, but Cole had fled in his vehicle before they arrived. Mo and his Yellowstone costar Cole Hauser asked for the public’s assistance in finding his nephew.

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Days later, Cole was found dead at age 27. A cause of death was not released. Mo, however, recently questioned how the investigation into Cole’s disappearance — and death — was handled.

“He was my nephew, but he was like a son to me. And for his murder to go uninvestigated, and for it to be written off as ‘no foul play,’ because they didn’t want to invest anything into it? It’s heartbreaking,” Mo claimed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in March. “Because we’re taxpaying people as well. So for them to not work for us, no different than how they work for anyone else is pretty sad.”

Mo accused authorities of not putting “much effort into” investigating the circumstances of Cole’s disappearance and subsequent death.

“In fact, they weren’t even really looking for him. They were hunting him,” he told the outlet.“They weren’t searching for him.”

Mo encouraged others to “spread the message” as Cole’s family is “not letting it go.”

“There are a lot of families such as mine that are going through this right now, and we still have a lot of unanswered questions,” he continued. “Because I saw his body, I saw the evidence that is there, that someone caught him. So for them to say that there was nothing, I can’t believe that. I still can’t.”

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He added: “It was a hard loss for us because this was an individual who was speaking our language, singing our songs and carrying on our traditions. He was the future for us. We want more and more of our young people to be inspired to pick up who we are from a cultural perspective.”

The Lawrence Police Department publicly addressed Mo’s comments, telling Us Weekly in a statement, “We understand this was a very difficult loss for the family and our condolences go out to them today just as they did at the time. We provided a complete, in-person, presentation of the evidence to the family which included videos, witness statements, and photographs. The family chose not to release the facts. Out of compassion we complied with their wishes.”

The statement continued: “Once the case concluded, the family petitioned the court to seal the autopsy report, medical examiner’s case file, law enforcement case files of the Lawrence, Kansas Police Department and the Johnson County, Kansas Sheriff’s Department, and the Death Certificate of Cole Brings Plenty. A judge signed it. The entire case contains clear evidence that there was no foul play involved in Cole’s death and that Cole acted alone. Any confusion and speculation are a result of the family’s messaging. With the family’s permission, we are willing to release a full report of our investigative efforts and results.”

While Kevin Costner‘s love for Americana and the Old West precedes that of Taylor Sheridan, the Oscar-winner has found himself playing catch-up to the streaming maven following their fallout. The two worked together on the widely loved neo-Western series Yellowstone, which has spawned several spin-offs and significantly extended Costner’s career as a leading man. However, Costner and Sheridan famously didn’t see eye to eye during the show’s final stages, which eventually led to its abrupt end in 2024. Since then, Costner has devoted himself to producing, directing, and acting in his magnum opus project, a five-film Western franchise titled Horizon: An American Saga. Now viewed as a rival project to Sheridan’s work, the franchise debuted with its first installment in the same year as Yellowstone‘s final season. A second installment has been shot, while the third film is also in development.

Even before he began working on Horizon, however, Costner tried to capitalize on Yellowstone‘s success by targeting its audience with a crime movie that dealt with similar themes. The movie in question was released in 2020, around the time Yellowstone became one of the biggest shows in the country. Directed by Thomas Bezucha, the neo-Western film followed Costner’s character and his wife as they try to protect their grandson from a gang. The movie also featured Diane Lane and Lesley Manville, and was set, like Yellowstone, in Montana.

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Here’s the ‘Yellowstone’ Replacement That’s Doing Well on Netflix

We’re talking about Let Him Go, which grossed $11 million at the box office in 2020 against a reported budget of more than $20 million. The movie received positive reviews and now holds a “Certified Fresh” 85% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics’ consensus reads, “Let Him Go‘s uneven blend of adult drama and revenge thriller is smoothed over by strong work from a solid veteran cast.” Despite the feud with Costner bringing Yellowstone to an end, Sheridan has gone on to produce a string of offshoots — the prequels 1883 and 1923, and the sequels Marshals and Dutton Ranch. A third prequel series, tentatively titled 1944, is also in the works. Meanwhile, Let Him Go is staging a resurgence on home video, according to FlixPatrol. It’s currently among the most-watched movies globally on Netflix.

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Daredevil: Born Again is undeniably one of the best superhero shows on Disney+. Fans’ love for the devil of Hell’s Kitchen dates back to his Netflix days, when the streamer was developing a TV universe of Marvel heroes. The slick one-takes, action choreography, grey characters, and Matt Murdock’s (Charlie Cox) mortal dilemma kept the fans glued to their seats. The love for Daredevil (Cox) and admiration for Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) were at their peak in those times.

But times do change; eventually, the series was cancelled by Netflix, and fans appealed to Marvel Studios to save the character, to which the studio finally obliged. The series was planned with 18 episodes and Cox and D’Onofrio returning, but after a creative overhaul, it was set to debut with a 9-episode season featuring almost all of the original cast. The series almost saved the studio, which was creatively challenged at the time, as the movies underperformed and fans’ interest waned. The first season of Daredevil: Born Again wooed the audiences with a healthy dose of nostalgia, character chemistry, and a timely storyline.

Now, the first season of Daredevil: Born Again is available to stream on Hulu for a limited time. The news comes at the heels of a strong start to Born Again season 2, which earned a solid 95 percent Rotten Tomatoes score from the critics and 92 percent from audiences. Sending a show to Hulu isn’t a new thing for Marvel, which has used a similar strategy with Echo, Secret Invasion, and, most recently, with Wonder Man.

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‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 Is Even Better Than Season 1

The latest installment of Daredevil: Born Again brings us back to New York under Fisk’s strict anti-vigilante laws as Matt, Karen, and others try to protect the weak. It has teased a major role for Bullseye (Wilson Bethel) and a promise of characters like Krysten Ritter’s Jessica Jones, adding a punch to the storyline. Collider’s Therese Lacson called the second season “a far, far better showing than Season 1.” Further noting,

“Despite all of that, it’s hard to deny that when Daredevil: Born Again is good, it’s very good. In the moments when the action hits, the writing is solid, and the performances shine, it’s firing on all cylinders. The problem is consistency, and it doesn’t feel like the Disney+ show has a full grasp on that just yet.”

Check out Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 on Hulu, and Season 2 is streaming on Disney+, and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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It’s been a few months since it was first reported that Solo Leveling would be receiving a film adaptation. The speculation began when it was shared on social media that there were plans to give this South Korean WebToon the movie treatment. Now, there has been a major business update that could bring this anime project to fruition.

Solo Leveling is an anime series that first premiered in 2024 and currently has two seasons. It follows Sung Jinwoo (Aleks Le), an E-Rank hunter who’s seen as the weakest of all of humankind. But despite his lack of power, he still works in this field to help support his sister and his ill mother. After a near-death experience, he’s selected by the System to become a player, which grants him the ability to level up his powers, making him South Korea’s 10th S-Rank Hunter. Since the release of Seasons 1 and 2, the show has been highly praised and won “Anime of the Year” at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards. And while there’s no word on whether Season 3 will enter production, there’s a chance that a film adaptation could still come to fruition.

In March 2026, Kadokawa issued a press release stating that it and Aniplex had formed ANIMEC, a joint venture between the two companies that embodies their “philosophy of delivering the charm of anime films to fans and contributing to the further development of the industry.” ANIMEC’s purpose is to distribute and promote anime films by working alongside the KADOKAWA Group and Sony Group, both of which are involved in the Solo Leveling anime: KADOKAWA is the Japanese publisher of the series, while the latter owns A-1 Pictures, the studio behind the anime adaptation. According to ScreenRant, ANIMEC has begun attaching itself to upcoming anime projects, such as Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend, setting the stage for this new venture to play a role in a potential Solo Leveling film release.

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What Could a ‘Solo Leveling’ Film Be About?

According to earlier reports, plans for a Solo Leveling film were made due to the success of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. Before these reports, Solo Leveling’s producer, Atsushi Kaneko, had been teasing what’s next for Sung Jinwoo if the anime were to continue, hinting at a personal cost for obtaining his power and that the protagonist’s “emotional and moral integrity will be challenged.” If the film were to follow the current trends in recent anime films, it’s most likely to adapt one or two story arcs. In this case, it would be the “Recruitment Arc,” where Season 2 ended, and the “Ahjin Guild Arc,” where Sung Jinwoo begins to create his own guild after rejecting invitations from established ones. It could also be possible that the “Double Dungeon Arc” could be featured in the film, as Sung Jinwoo returns to the Double Dungeon from Season 1, to learn more about the origins of his powers.

Solo Leveling‘s film adaptation has yet to announce a release date. In the meantime, you can stream Seasons 1 and 2 on Crunchyroll. Follow Collider for more updates.

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The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul is getting real about the last month of her life amid new domestic violence allegations and a custody dispute.

“The last 40 days felt like hell on earth,” the reality TV star, 31, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, April 5, alongside a video montage featuring candid moments from her life away from the cameras. “Through every panic attack I prayed for strength as I could feel my body breaking down and out from the distress of it all.”

Paul then evoked the Christian Jesus on Easter 2026, writing, “HE sent just that in various ways along with so many undeniable signs saying ‘I am with you’ which I can’t wait to share that part.”

“I’ve prayed since I was young and never strayed away because I believe he wants us to ask for help especially during our lowest points,” she continued. “However, instead of just asking I switched over to thanking him at the end of each day no matter how I felt.”

The video montage accompanying Paul’s candid social media caption featured the mom of three hunched over a toilet, showing what appeared to be a stress breakout on her face, Bible passages underlined and highlighted, texts from unnamed individuals sending her messages of support and encouragement and what looked like over-the-counter pain medication.

“He has risen and he is real,” she wrote over the beginning of the video. “I got chills today when I realized it’s been 40 days exactly today in this frantic state.”

Paul’s emotional post comes among a whirlwind of legal issues and reality TV setbacks after ex Dakota Mortensen accused her of domestic violence after an alleged February incident. Mortensen claimed in court documents that Paul “scratched” him and physically assaulted him during the alleged dispute, later claiming there were “two incidents of physical assault” at the hands of Paul.

Us Weekly later confirmed that authorities have opened a second investigation into the former couple, though no charges have been filed at the time of publication.

Paul has denied the allegations against her, alleging that Mortensen has actually been the abusive party. Mortensen, for his part, has denied Paul’s claims. According to documents obtained by Us on March 29, Mortensen was awarded temporary custody of the pair’s 2-year-old son, Ever, and a temporary restraining order against Paul. (Paul also shares son Ocean, 5, and daughter Indy, 8, with her ex-husband, Tate Paul.)

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Taylor Frankie Paul is continuing to speak out after her alleged domestic altercation with ex Dakota Mortensen. “Honestly it’s been a heavy time to see the headlines, especially during this time of The Bachelorette being released,” Taylor, 31, said on the Wednesday, March 18, episode of Good Morning America. “It’s supposed to be a really […]

In the wake of the domestic violence allegations and resurfaced video of a previous 2023 domestic incident involving Taylor and Mortensen — in which Taylor was seen physically assaulting and throwing chairs at Mortensen in the presence of her daughter — The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 5 filming was paused and Taylor’s scheduled season of The Bachelorette was canceled.

Taylor later returned to social media, sharing behind-the-scenes moments with Ocean and Indy, including a video showing the mom singing in the shower while her daughter sang in front of a bathroom mirror.

“Just keep swimming… with some singing,” Paul wrote via Instagram on Saturday, April 4, alongside the video showing the reality TV star singing in the shower — fully clothed — as her daughter danced along.

Britney Spears appears to be enjoying her time with close friends in the wake of her recent DUI arrest.

“Fun afternoon with some old friends,” songwriter Diane Warren wrote via Instagram on Sunday, April 5, along with a bunny emoji in honor of Easter 2026.

Warren, 69, also shared a selfie featuring friends Spears, 44, and Saturday Night Live alum Molly Shannon, as well as Spears’ manager and longtime friend, Cade Hudson.

The pop star gave the camera the middle finger while posing with her friends and holding what appeared to be a cocktail, though it is unclear if the drink contained any alcohol. The singer wore a black hat, matching black sunglasses, black fingerless gloves, what appeared to be a white scarf and a burnt orange top.

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Spears was pulled over on March 4 after California Highway Patrol Ventura Communications Center received a report of a black BMW driving erratically at a high rate of speed on the 101 freeway. After authorities claimed the singer showed signs of impairment, she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of a combination of drugs and alcohol and booked into Ventura County Main Jail. The pop star was released three hours later.

Chemical tests are pending and the incident is still under investigation at the time of publication. Spears’ court date is currently scheduled for Monday, May 4.

“This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” Spears’ rep told Us Weekly in a statement following the arrest. “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law, and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”

The rep added that Spears had plans to spend time with her sons, Preston, 20, and Jayden, 19, whom she shares with ex-husband Kevin Federline, in the wake of her arrest. (Spears and Federline divorced in 2007 after three years of marriage. The singer moved on with Sam Asghari, whom she was married to from 2022 to 2023.)

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“Her boys are going to be spending time with her,” the statement continued. “Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue, needed plan to set her up for success for well-being.”

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Spears was later seen posing alongside Preston in a rare photo on March 29. Preston gave a closed-mouth smile as he wrapped his arm around his mom’s shoulder.

On Friday, April 3, Us exclusively confirmed that Spears’ sons have started going by their mother’s world-famous last name. Preston and Jaydon, however, have not made any legal changes to their monikers.