For the past few months, streamer Kai Cenat has been stepping into a new chapter, focusing on his mental and finding the courage to chase new dreams. As he took a step back from streaming to pursue his fashion goals, Kai recently gave fans a look at his “hate wall,” filled with negative comments he’s turned into motivation. While the criticism seems to be fueling him, Soulja Boy has now entered the chat with some thoughts of his own. 

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Soulja Boy Tells Kai Cenat To Get Back To Streaming 

Soulja Boy went off in a heated rant while reacting to a viral clip of Kai Cenat’s recent “hate wall” moment.As he watched the clip, he mocked and criticized Kai while the streamer spoke about his current struggles.

“Acting like he’s light-skinned, man. Kai Cenat. You is not light-skinned. Yo, Kai, you is pissing me off. Straight up n****, stop talking like that. Shut the f*** up n**** before I get on your a**. I’ll make you struggle with some sh**. On the internet crying and sh**! This n**** got a hate wall, that’s crazy. You look at my wall, I got billion stream plaques and Atlanta Hawks jerseys with my name on it. What did y’all do to this n****?”

While talking about the world, he mentioned that everyone is too sensitive.The rapper also questioned why Kai stepped back after reaching major success, hitting one million subscribers on Twitch.He went on to tell Kai Cenat to get back to streaming and entertaining his supporters. “You ain’t streamed in six months, create the content, weirdo. What do you mean you quit? Now I feel like you finessed me, I was subscribed too. I want my money back because now this n**** finessed the whole world.”

Social Media Reacts 

Viewers flooded The Shade Room Teens comment section after Soulja Boy’s viral clip began circulating online. Some agreed with his take, saying Kai should return to creating content consistently. Meanwhile, many of Kai’s supporters quickly stepped in to defend him in the comments. A few even joked that Soulja Boy’s clip belongs on Kai’s “hate wall.” Others said the backlash feels unnecessary, especially since fans don’t know what he may be going through. Still, many shared they miss his content but will support whatever path the streamer chooses next.

Instagram user @jeanclaudevanscam wrote, “Ng| I’m w Draco man kai content is needed right now”

Instagram user @wyannahhh wrote, “this video finna be up there 😂😩”

While Instagram user @redpillceo_ wrote, “He saying what others thinking fr 😂 bro need to stop crying nd whining nd just get back to doing what he do best…..make content.”

Instagram user @Official.princesss wrote, “he just mad because he wasn’t “the first to ever do it” 🙄 “

Instagram user @itsonly.q wrote, “clout chasing at its finest once again….”

While Instagram user @courtzthegemini_ wrote, “Nah he right Kai trippin”

Instagram user @asiiiawasiiia wrote, “I honestly don’t like all the hate and backlash Kai is getting😭😭We don’t know WHAT he’s truly going through”

Instagram user @mzband0 wrote, “But when all these artist sing about shouting their haters out yall motivate them it’s nothing but vibes but when Kai embracing the hate it’s a problem 💀 Soujia mind everyone else business but his own.”

While Instagram user @_kxngka wrote, “I miss Kai, I need him to comeback to making content but I’II patiently wait til he’s ready I’ll support bro no matter what he chooses to do”

Soulja Boy Takes To X With Words Of Motivation

Over on X, Soulja Boy came through with some words of encouragement for his followers. On Wednesday, he wrote, “You don’t need a perfect plan, just a decision to not quit,”. He added, “The small things done daily create big changes.” The following day, he continued to keep the energy going. The rapper told his  supporters to stay locked in with two other messages: “Keep pushing.” “No excuses.”

You don’t need a perfect plan, just a decision to not quit.

— Soulja Boy (Draco) (@souljaboy) March 18, 2026

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During a recent Instagram Q&A, Mikayla Matthews opened up a bit more about her ongoing battle with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, shedding light on the daily challenges she’s dealing with. 

“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star is using her platform to raise awareness and connect with others facing similar struggles. She also shared some inside info about her relationship with costar Whitney Leavitt, why the show is currently not filming, and more. 

Mikayla Matthews Said Her Condition Has ‘Stolen Literally Everything’ From Her

During a Q&A on Instagram, Matthews opened up a little more about the chronic health condition she’s been dealing with for years.

When asked how she is able to “find the motivation to deal with life and illness,” Matthews credited “messages and the interactions” she has with others and that her “story is helping them feel more confident or they feel seen.”

“This condition has stolen literally everything from me. I had like a year and half where I couldn’t look people in the eyes. I felt like if I didn’t look them in the eyes then they couldn’t see my skin,” she wrote in her response. “It’s something I’m still working on.”

She also shared that she’s still saying “no” to “so many fun events, premiers, and opportunities” because of her skin condition.

The ‘Mormom Wives’ Star Suffers From Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome

In another Instagram Story, Matthews shared the name of the condition she’s been struggling with – CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome.

“It has ruined just everything in my body,” she said. “Nerves, skin, hair, brain, gut, liver, hormones, etc.”

In a recently shared Instagram carousel, Matthews shared that she’s “chronically over this sh-t” and “still chronically ill.”

Friends and fans dropped into the comment section to share some uplifting words for the reality star.

“You are chronically beautiful sending lots of love,” one viewer wrote. Another said, “I’m sorry you’re battling all of that! You’re so beautiful and strong! Thanks for sharing your journey, you’re not alone! Sending you hugs!”

Mikayla Matthews Also Answered Questions About The Hit Reality Show

In addition to the health questions, some fans asked for information about the show.

One person asked, “Is filming actually on pause?” after seeing all the headlines about Taylor Frankie Paul’s domestic violence allegations and hearing that the show might be taking a break from filming.

“It was a decision that all us girls came up with and agreed on,” she replied. “We didn’t feel comfortable filming with everything that was happening.”

Another fan asked, “How much did you get paid for ‘SLOMW’? to which Matthews simply said, “Not enough hehe.”

A Question About Whitney Leavitt Entered The Chat

Fans of the hit Hulu reality show know all about the tension that once lived between Matthews and fellow MomTok member, Whitney Leavitt. One fan wanted to know if there were any scenes in season 4 with the two of them and their newfound friendship that were “cut out.”

“Very grateful for how far we’ve come. I missed her,” Matthews said first. “It’s just inevitable for things to be cut, just the name of the game.”

She said there are two moments that she remembers that she wishes didn’t get cut from the show.

“It was bts of convo I had with her at the reunion and then I did a Prenuvo scan and in the scan (I was so desperate for any answers to help me) and she was there in California on the trip before we all went to ‘DWTS,’” she wrote. “We had a really vulnerable conversation when I got back from my apt, and Conner and Jace were there. Same with the reunion convos we had.”

Mikayla Matthews And Husband Jace Terry Separated

During season 3 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” viewers saw that Matthews’ marriage was dealing with some struggles. In season 4, it’s shown that the two made the tough decision to separate.

During an exclusive chat with PEOPLE, Matthews shared that season 3 was just the “beginning stages” of their marriage struggles.

“Last season, we dove into the beginning stages of it, and that was me revisiting all this trauma for the first time as well,” she said about being sexually abused during her childhood. “It’s still new to me, and it’s new to him, and we’re just navigating it the best way that we can.”

Seasons 1 through 4 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” can be found on Hulu. Season 5 filming is currently on hold.

A glamorous Oscars after-party hosted by music royalty quickly turned into the center of drama, as whispers of a tense confrontation between Usher and Justin Bieber began making the rounds. While early chatter suggested things may have escalated physically, insiders are now painting a more detailed picture of what really went down behind closed doors.

Usher And Justin Bieber Reportedly Had A Heated Exchange

According to sources, the situation unfolded when Usher made his way over to Bieber during the event. Those connected to Justin told TMZ that Usher approached Justin at the party with “energy and anger,” and the two got into a “heated exchange.” The interaction quickly caught the attention of those nearby, with the intensity of the moment becoming a major talking point among guests.

TMZ reports that people are talking about the incident between Usher and Justin, with some saying that it ended up as a fist fight between the two. As word of the encounter spread, speculation quickly intensified, with partygoers and insiders offering conflicting accounts of how far things may have gone.

The sources claim that Justin’s been trying to erase everyone in his past, and one source connected to the singer has always been rude to Usher.

Tension Dates Back To January 2025 Fallout

The reported Oscars after-party clash may not have come out of nowhere. Signs of tension between Bieber and Usher first surfaced in January 2025, when fans noticed what appeared to be a subtle yet telling social media move.

Speculation quickly picked up after Bieber seemingly unfollowed Usher on Instagram, raising eyebrows given their long history in the music industry.

Usher and Diddy are two people who greatly influenced Bieber’s rise in the music industry. However, his relationship with the pair has been scrutinized after Diddy‘s arrest and incarceration on sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution charges.

Usher introduced Bieber to Diddy after taking him under his wing. Following Diddy’s arrest, rumors emerged Usher and Bieber were victims of his sexual exploitation.

Usher Faces Backlash After Viral Hotel Moment In Paris

The resurfaced tension also comes on the heels of a separate controversy surrounding Usher earlier this year. In April 2025, the singer found himself at the center of online criticism after a viral video captured an awkward moment at a Paris hotel.

The clip showed Usher gesturing for a staff member to step in and open a door after he had briefly held it himself for a female companion. Since hitting the internet, the video has sparked a heated debate online, with many labeling Usher’s actions as “rude.”

Justin Bieber’s Recent Headlines Add To Growing Scrutiny

Meanwhile, Bieber has also found himself making headlines in recent months for a series of eyebrow-raising incidents.

The singer reportedly found himself on the wrong side of the law in Aspen during an outing when he illegally parked his car. Police officers reportedly cited the singer, and onlookers made it clear to him that his celebrity status does not warrant preferential treatment when it comes to the law, per an eyewitness who spoke to The Daily Mail.

Bieber was also recently in the news after he was caught urinating on a golf course during a round of golf. The “Peaches” singer was reportedly out and about without his son, Jack Blues, when the incident occurred. There was also no sign of his wife, Hailey Bieber.

Concerns Grow Over Justin Bieber’s Alleged Drug Use

Bieber has also been under the microscope for his personal habits, with fans increasingly voicing concern over his well-being, especially in the past year.

In a carousel post shared on his Instagram account, Justin was all smiles in the opening slide as he sat in an armchair with a massive glass bong on his lap. In addition to many photos of Justin recording music, the upload included a picture of the pop star appearing to hold a joint or a cigarette.

His face was hidden by a cloud of smoke in another shot. Although Justin’s rep hit back at “harmful” rumors of drug use in February, the “Peaches” crooner has made headlines for smoking marijuana multiple times in recent months.

One of the surprise winners of the 2026 Academy Awards was Amy Madigan, who took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Zach Cregger’s Weapons. The actor, previously known for films such as Field of Dreams and Gone Baby Gone, transformed herself into the unforgettable Aunt Gladys, the film’s main antagonist, who became an instant favorite among fans and eventually award voters.

What you might not know is that the actor’s win breaks a particularly long drought for the category, as the last person to win Best Supporting Actress for a horror movie was over half a century ago, for 1958’s Rosemary’s Baby. Both Madigan and her predecessor, Ruth Gordon, gave performances that chilled audiences to the bone thanks to subverting expectations and immediately put their stamp on horror folklore.

‘Weapons’ Villain Aunt Gladys Became an Instant Horror Icon

The veteran actor stole the show in Weapons as Aunt Gladys, the antagonist of Cregger’s creepy classic. As the people of Maybrook, Pennsylvania, search for 17 children who disappeared in the night, it emerges that Gladys has moved into the house of the Lilly family, claiming to look after their young boy, Alex (Cary Christopher), as his parents are ill. In reality, she is a parasitic witch capable of controlling people by owning something of theirs. Forcing Alex to help her, she is behind the children’s disappearance and intends to drain their life force to preserve her own.

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As with many classic horror performances, the terror of Madigan’s Aunt Gladys comes from a sinister twist on innocent themes. Just as Norman Bates made the sanctity of a shower deadly, or Damien Thorn made the sanctity of childhood demonic, Gladys is a terrifying twist on a kindly older relative, who is revealed to have the predatory cunning of a supernatural beast. She dons makeup and a bright wig that feels similar to what you would see an eccentric aunt wear, but just slightly heightened to make her unsettling. Furthermore, she is not like any cackling witch you might have seen in a fairy tale. She calmly manipulates all around her, especially children, making our most primal fears a reality and destroying our notions of where or who is safe.It’s a layered, complex performance that did enough to convince voters that she was the worthy winner of this year’s Best Supporting Actress prize. In doing so, she replicated a feat that you would have to travel back over five decades to see.

The Antagonist of ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ Broke the Mold

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You have to go back to 1968 to find the last time a horror film was awarded Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars. The film was Rosemary’s Baby, Roman Polanski’s legendary horror starring Mia Farrow as a young expectant mother who suspects that her neighbors, Minnie and Roman Castevet (Ruth Gordon and Sidney Blackmer), have sinister intentions toward her child. Those suspicions are confirmed in horrifying fashion when it emerges that the couple is part of a satanic coven who are preparing her to give birth to the Antichrist.

There is some common ground with Gladys regarding what makes Minnie so frightening. She wears colorful clothes and makeup, and she has an initially kind demeanor that makes you doubt she could do any harm. Once again, the terror lies in the mundane. Who would suspect that a friendly, if slightly fussy, elderly couple next door could be linked to something so dark and sinful? Like Gladys, the very people you would expect to trust in nurturing a baby have harmful intentions toward it, creating a paradox that is anxiety-inducing, particularly during the film’s shocking climax.

Rosemary’s Baby would go down as an all-time great of the horror genre, with the Castevet’s legacy furthered in 2024 with the series Apartment 7A, a prequel which coincidentally also stars Weapons actor Julia Garner. Dianne Wiest takes over the role of Minnie from Gordon (who passed away in 1985).

Amy Madigan Joins a Rare Group of Horror Oscar Winners

The Weapons star’s Best Supporting Actress win is a rarity in that category, but horror performances are also scarcely recognized by the Academy in general. Before this year’s awards, only six actors had ever won an Oscar for a horror film. Gordon’s win came over thirty years after the first, Fredric March for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1932, Best Actor). Kathy Bates would win Best Actress for playing Annie Wilkes in 1990’s Misery, while Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster would scoop the Best Actor and Actress awards for The Silence of the Lambs the following year. We would then wait almost two decades for Natalie Portman to win Best Actress for the 2010 psychological horror Black Swan.

Madigan’s win, as well as Michael B. Jordan’s Best Actor award for Sinners, are made all the more remarkable given that they are just the seventh and eighth actors ever to achieve such a feat for a horror movie. The Oscars have generally been less favorable to genre films, compared to Academy-friendly fare such as dramas or biopics. However, Aunt Gladys was a performance that just couldn’t be denied. Cregger himself claimed in an interview with Vanity Fair that Madigan “saved” the film, and that, “without her, the movie doesn’t work”. It’s apt, then, that such an impactful film should be celebrated through its most prominent performance.

Only time will tell whether Amy Madigan’s win is a shift in the Academy’s way of thinking, or if we will have to wait another 58 years for someone to deliver something as memorable. Whatever the outcome, it’s a testament to the mark both Aunt Gladys and Minnie Castavet have left on movie history, creating moments that cannot be denied.Weapons is available to stream on HBO Max in the U.S.

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August 8, 2025

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128 minutes

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Zach Cregger

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Roy Lee, Miri Yoon, J.D. Lifshitz

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Olivia Rodrigo gave an update on where she stands with Sabrina Carpenter after the pair’s longstanding feud rumors.

“I think she’s great,” Rodrigo, 23, said of Carpenter, 26, in an interview with British Vogue published on Thursday, March 19. “I’m so happy for all of her success too. I love the album she’s put out.”

Rodrigo added that everything is “good” between her and Carpenter.

“It’s all love, though,” she said. “I’ve talked to her many times.”

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The pop stars were rumored to have tension following the release of Rodrigo’s hit song “Driver’s License” in 2021. Speculation sparked that Rodrigo was in a love triangle with Carpenter over ex and former High School Musical: The Musical: The Series costar Joshua Bassett. In the ballad, Rodrigo sings about a “blonde girl” who an ex was close to. Many fans believed Carpenter was the blonde in question. (Carpenter and Bassett seemingly started dating after he split from Rodrigo, but they pair called it quits in 2021.)

Following the release of “Driver’s License,” Carpenter dropped her song “Skin” which featured the line “Maybe blonde was the only rhyme.” Fans theorized that the track was a response to Rodrigo.

Carpenter previously addressed the “Skin” lyrics speculation in a June 2025 interview with Rolling Stone.

“I didn’t really intentionally do that. All I knew was that it wasn’t going to stop me from doing what I loved, ever,” she said about the song. “That’s kind of how I’ve always felt. Sometimes, it’s about how you are able to be resilient.”

Carpenter added that during that point in her career she listened to her gut instincts.

“What that era taught me was to just trust myself, and trust that everything is going to work out the way it’s supposed to, and trust that relationships are put into your life for a reason,” she recalled. “You might not see that in the moment, but you see it later.”

Bassett also addressed the rumored love triangle, sharing that the focus should be the women’s music not their dating histories.

“[Everyone] is asking me about Sabrina and Olivia. Why don’t we focus on these women for who they are?” he said in a 2021 interview with GQ. “Let’s focus on the art that they’re making and how great they are instead of their relationship to a boy.”

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Since the alleged love triangle, Rodrigo and Carpenter have interacted multiple times as they’ve attended the same events over the years. The women shared a hug at the 2025 Grammys where Carpenter took home Best Pop Vocal Album for her record Short ‘N Sweet and Best Pop Solo Performance for “Espresso.”

When Rodrigo released “Driver’s License” she was still in her teen years. While speaking with British Vogue, the singer reflected on how her life is now in a different place compared to getting her big break at a young age.

“Sometimes I meet a 17 or an 18-year-old nowadays and I’m like, ‘Wow, you are such a baby.’ I can’t believe people were that mean to me,” she told the outlet on Thursday. “I was going through a breakup, working a full-time job, making [Sour], a student in high school and taking, like, three AP classes. Looking back, I always think, ‘Wow, life will never be as hard as it was when I was 17.’”

Ciara hit social media with a video of her getting ready for the weekend, but fans think she’s really gearing up to welcome baby Cinco. Roomies, y’all already know the internet stays working overtime. Folks online think the singer might be expecting baby #5, while others are posted up waiting for Russell Wilson to enter the chat and confirm.

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Ciara’s Weekend Prep Has Fans On Baby Watch

The internet has their eyes on Ciara heavy after she dropped a video on Instagram showing how she plans to pop out this weekend. The ‘Level Up’ songstress flexed her new pixie cut, but fans were too busy focusing on something else. Ciara strutted and served in a grey blazer, bralette top, and a see-through sparkling skirt. Some folks were locked in on how gorgeous she looked, while others swore they peeped a lil’ baby bump. So far, Cici hasn’t addressed the chatter, and Russell Wilson hasn’t said a word either, even though he’s made it clear that he’s down for baby Cinco on numerous occasions.

The Internet Is On High Alert After Ciara’s Video Drops

After The Shade Room reposted Ciara’s video, the comment section was flooded with reactions. Plenty of folks were certain they spotted a bump, while others doubled down, saying Russell Wilson might actually be getting his wish after all.

Instagram user @conceitednasha wrote, “👀i s that a bump !!” 

Instagram user @charlieb.enterprises_ao1 wrote, “Cinco, is that you?! 😍😍😍” 

While Instagram user @pleasantlyplump__ wrote, “She’s Definitely Pregnant 🤰🏾” 

Then Instagram user @bigghennyyy wrote, “Waittttt He Gotttt Her Again 😂🔥❤️” 

Another Instagram user @damnfreeesh wrote, “Y’all see what I see 👀 👏” 

Instagram user @iamxanderhaze wrote, “Another baby means we get another bop. I ain’t mad about it 😂😂” 

Then another Instagram user @flitzpromotionz_ wrote, “Baby loading idc idc.” 

While another Instagram user @fifi_268 wrote, “Baby Cinco baking 😍😍😍” 

Lastly, Instagram user @blaquebarbeez wrote, “Yeah I thought I was bugging but it’s giving pregnancy 😍😍” 

So… When Did Baby Cinco Enter The Chat?

Baby Cinco has stayed a hot topic for a minute now, especially for Russell Wilson. Fans know that Ciara already has a son Future Zahir with rapper Future, and she shares three kids with Russell: Sienna Princess, Win Harrison, and their youngest Amora Princess, who was born in December 2023.

In October 2024, Russ sparked social media chatter by teasing a fifth child after Ciara posted photos in a curve-hugging leather and sheer dress. Russell was clearly loving how she looked and slid into her comment section writing, “I’m ready when you are. We can call him Cinco.”

Here’s What Ciara Previously Said About Having Fifth Child

Ciara has given her husbae props too, joking about his “great campaign” to make baby number five happen. In April 2025, she reacted to Russell’s push for a fifth during an exclusive chat with Access Hollywood, joking that she wanted someone to take his phone. From there, she told fans they need to be on her side more encouraging him to give her a break before she decides to add another mini-me to their family.

“Y’all not gone have some love and sympathy for my ovaries over here, for my uterus. Give me a little […] you know what I’m saying,” Ciara said.

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Taylor Frankie Paul is in the middle of a firestorm of controversy and backlash amid the domestic violence allegations against her involving an incident with ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen.

However, a representative for “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star has alleged that the onslaught on continuous statements, photos, video, and documents to media outlets is due to Mortensen’s attempt to smear Paul and “distract” from his own role in the alleged altercation.

Rep For Taylor Frankie Paul Calls Out Dakota Mortensen For ‘Desperate, Destructive Campaign’ Against Her Amid DV Allegations

On Thursday, March 19, a rep for Paul didn’t hold back in addressing her ex-boyfriend, and father of her son, Ever, for the ongoing media leaks regarding the alleged domestic violence incident that occurred between them.

In a statement to Entertainment Weekly, the rep for Paul slammed Mortensen for creating a narrative that absolves him of any wrongdoing. 

“It’s sad to see the latest installment of his never-ending, desperate, attention-seeking, destructive campaign to harm Taylor without any regard for the consequences for their child,” Paul’s rep began. 

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“Releasing an old video, which conveniently omits context, on their son’s birthday is a reprehensible attempt to distract from his own behavior,” the statement said.

The rep continued, stating that Mortensen’s behavior is well-documented and manipulative.

“Thankfully, the public has seen this act before and knows who he is and sadly, many will recognize this pattern of manipulation, both in his actions on the show, and from their own experiences,” the rep added.

2023 Video Of Altercation Between Paul And Mortensen Released Following Recent Allegations

TMZ released the video footage of Paul hitting Mortensen during a 2023 incident, which resulted in Paul’s arrest. She ultimately pled guilty to aggravated assault and received three years’ probation that is set to end this August.

The reality star’s daughter was struck in the head during the incident after she threw a chair at Mortensen and it accidentally hit the young girl. 

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The other charges against Paul, domestic violence in the presence of a child, child abuse, and criminal mischief, were all dropped.

The Reality Star Spoke About The Recent Domestic Violence Allegations In Sit-Down ‘GMA’ Interview

On Wednesday, March 18, Paul sat down for an exclusive interview with “Good Morning America” to address the domestic violence allegations against her, as well as promote the March 22 premiere of “The Bachelorette” that was just announced as canceled.

Speaking with ‘GMA’ co-host Lara Spencer, Paul shared that at the moment things for her feel like “the end of the world.”

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“It’s hard to see past this — I’m not going to lie — in this moment, it’s just so heavy,” Paul said. “When your life is broadcasted out there in these headlines, it’s like the end of the world, that’s what it feels like — I’m not going to lie. I will say I’ve been here before and I got through it, and I’ve shared my story and my light, and I’m hoping I can do that again.”

Paul admitted that things are “heavy” right now despite her being mere days away from her “Bachelorette” debut.

“Honestly, it’s been a heavy time to see the headlines, especially during this time of ‘The Bachelorette’ being released, and it’s supposed to be a really exciting time,” she added, while also stressing that her children come first.

 “I’m a person that will always speak my truth and that’s what I’m known for and so when the time is right, I will be. But right now just trying to be in the present moment and focus on this.”

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Authorities Say Domestic Violence Allegations Were ‘Made In Both Directions’ In Former Couple’s Incident

According to PEOPLE, the Draper City Police Department confirmed to the outlet that an open “domestic assault investigation” exists between Paul and Mortensen. Per the police department’s spokesperson, “allegations have been made in both directions” and “contact was made with involved parties on [Feb] 24th and 25th.” 

Per TMZ, the incident stemmed from a verbal altercation inside Mortensen’s car after Paul reportedly spilled a drink. Inside sources shared that Mortensen became “enraged” and “got physical” with Paul. However, he called the police and told them that she was the one who assaulted him. 

Following the incident, a source close to Paul told TMZ that Mortensen disappeared for weeks and ditched filming, which led to production being put on pause. 

However, sources with “Mormon Wives” said that filming stopped because cast members refused to film amid the domestic violence and child abuse allegations, despite production wanting to continue filming season 5. 

Additionally, due to Mortensen repeatedly calling DCFS on Paul, alleging abuse, both are now required to undergo psychological evaluations. 

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‘Mormon Wives’ Cast Reportedly Want Paul To Get Help, Not Fired

Sources connected to the show said that all of MomTok is on Paul’s side and “rooting for her to work through her issues but feel production and Hulu haven’t done enough to push her in that direction.”

The source also told the outlet that, in addition to the cast wanting Paul to remain on the show, they don’t believe the possibility of her being fired has even been floated.

As of now, there is no word on when filming will resume, but the “Mormon Wives” cast is so frustrated with production that communication has stopped. There were reportedly only a few weeks left of filming for season 5, but currently, there is no update on whether the season will be completed.