Netizens and reality TV fans alike are slamming Taylor Frankie Paul after she appeared to defend her social media presence amid public scrutiny. Paul, who stars in Hulu’s reality show, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” made headlines in March 2026 after an old video of her appearing to assault her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, was shared online. Following the release of the horrifying video, ABC and Disney announced they would not air Paul’s previously filmed season of “The Bachelorette.”

Horrifying Video Of Taylor Frankie Paul Appearing To Assault Her Ex-Boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, Has Sparked Chaos

According to a previous report from The Blast, Paul, a TikTok influencer-turned-TV personality, came under fire last week after a video of her appearing to be involved in a domestic violence altercation with her ex was shared online.

In the shocking video, Paul, 31, seems to hit and choke Mortensen and later pull his hair. The video also included clips of what seemed to be Paul launching heavy metal chairs at Mortensen, one of which reportedly hit her minor daughter, causing damage.

The release of the video comes after a source shared that production on season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” had been halted due to Paul’s alleged second domestic violence case with Mortensen in February 2026.

Disney Cancels Upcoming Season Of ‘The Bachelorette’ Following Taylor Frankie Paul Video

The alarming video also arrived just days before Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette,” in which she was the lead, was scheduled to air on ABC.

Disney issued a statement shortly after, informing the show’s viewers that the company had axed the season entirely. “In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of The Bachelorette at this time, and our focus is on supporting the family,” the statement read.

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According to Variety, the shelved season of “The Bachelorette” will reportedly cost the network “tens of millions of dollars” due to licensing fees and marketing.

Taylor Frankie Paul Defends Her Social Media Use

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Amid all of this, Paul has continued to post on social media, drawing a mixed reaction from the public. In one TikTok video, a content creator slammed the mother of three for continuing to be on her phone.

“Taylor Frankie Paul Get Off Your Phone Challenge,” the user said in the clip. “Why are you commenting back to people and reposting TikToks? Her world literally just blew up. I would say her team should take her phone away from her, but no, she literally is reposting TikToks that are in support of her and she’s commenting back to people on Instagram.”

In a now-deleted comment, Paul appeared to defend her use, writing, “Want me to stare at the wall instead?”

Netizens Troll TFP For Being Chronically Online Amid ‘Bachelorette’ Controversy

Paul’s comment has been reshared all over the internet, and many netizens were disturbed by her words.

“Any ounce of remorse or accountability would be nice doe,” one user shared, while another wrote, “Does she have anyone who really cares about her? She has been taken advantage of by the biggest media company in the world!”

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Other users replied directly to the reality star’s question about staring at walls, with one writing, “Yes, one inside a treatment facility.”

Another shared, “Absolutely. The beautiful walls of a luxury treatment facility that she is lucky she can afford.”

Celebs And Public Figures Speak Out Following The TFP ‘Bachelorette’ Drama

Public figures have also chimed in, including former “Bachelorette” star Rachel Lindsay.

“I think it’s over,” she said about the franchise, according to a previous report from The Blast. “I was trying to think of a scenario where it could be different, because this isn’t just, ‘Oh, we put it all on a person. This person did this.’ This is the system that allowed this to happen.”

“One Tree Hill” alum Jana Kramer, meanwhile, seemed to call out ABC for waiting too long to take action.

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“Abuse is never great TV,” Kramer said. “Where it’s being physical, that is not something that our children need to see. … When you have to grab someone, hurt someone, push someone, verbally, physically, that is not something to get viewership for.”

“DV is not something to joke about [or] to get viewership,” the actress added. “It’s just not at all, and if it was a guy, they would have shut it down immediately.”

Taylor Frankie Paul is showing appreciation for one of her “Bachelorette” contestants after he publicly reacted to the shocking cancellation of her season. Following a heartfelt message from Doug Mason, Taylor Frankie Paul responded with a short but telling comment.

Taylor Frankie Paul Responds To Doug Mason’s Message

Following the cancellation, contestant Doug Mason took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message directed at Paul. “In light of everything that has happened, I am just sending prayers to Taylor because that was her moment and her moment was blocked,” he said. “All we can do right now is just be hopeful, and I am headed off to run to watch the sunrise.”

The video, which has since expired, was reshared by another Instagram account, and Paul didn’t hesitate to respond. “Aw, my heart goes out to him,” she said. “So sweet.”

The unexpected exchange comes after ABC abruptly canceled Season 22 of “The Bachelorette,” which had been scheduled to premiere Sunday. The decision followed the release of resurfaced 2023 footage showing Paul in a violent altercation with then-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen.

The video quickly went viral, triggering backlash and forcing the network to pull the show just days before its debut.

Shocking Video Shows Paul Attacking Ex With A Barstool

The clip, first published by TMZ, shows Paul attempting to place Mortensen in a headlock before striking him with a metal barstool.

The situation becomes even more alarming as her daughter, Indy, now eight, can be seen and heard crying in the background during the incident. According to a police report, the child, who was five at the time, was injured during the altercation and had “a goose egg on her head.”

The incident led to serious legal consequences for Paul.

Taylor Frankie Paul’s Case Led To Probation And Dropped Charges

The footage was part of a felony aggravated assault case, which ultimately resulted in a plea deal. She was sentenced to three years’ probation, set to expire in August. As part of the agreement, four additional charges, including domestic violence in the presence of a child, child abuse, and criminal mischief, were dropped.

Meanwhile, Mortensen has since been granted a temporary restraining order, claiming Paul posed an “immediate threat” to his safety. The order prevents Paul from contacting Mortensen and their two-year-old son, Ever, until a scheduled court hearing on April 7.

ABC Speaks Out As Financial Stakes Rise

With the controversy intensifying, ABC confirmed its decision to halt the season in a public statement. “In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of ‘The Bachelorette’ at this time,” the statement read. “Our focus is on supporting the family.”

The last-minute cancellation could come at a high cost to the network, with production expenses reportedly reaching up to $2 million per episode, totaling as much as $28 million.

Taylor Frankie Paul Addresses The Situation Through Her Representative

Amid the growing controversy, Paul has shared her perspective through a statement released by her representative, emphasizing her focus on family during this time and saying she “is very grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes her family’s safety and security.”

The statement also alleged that the reality star has endured significant hardship behind the scenes, claiming she suffered “extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation” over the years, adding that “Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm.”

The message broadened to highlight a larger issue, noting that “there are too many women who are suffering in silence as they survive aggressive, jealous ex-partners who refuse to let them move on with their lives.”

According to the statement, Paul had remained quiet “out of fear of further abuse, retaliation, and public shaming,” but is now “seeking support,” exploring her options, and “preparing to own and share her story.”

As the situation continues to evolve, both the future of the franchise and Paul’s role in it remain uncertain, but the ripple effects are far from over.

Doja Cat‘s family affairs are once again in the spotlight.

The singer’s name got wrangled between words as her father tries to clear his name from the bad-dad label. This comes after she addressed the extent of their strained relationship, noting he was not there for her through her formative years.

The family drama has been ongoing for years and seemingly continues to escalate. Doja Cat’s mom, Deborah Elizabeth Sawyer, previously filed a restraining order against her older brother, Raman Dalithando Dlamin, after things got heated between them. 

Doja Cat’s Dad Claims She Has Been Brainwashed By Her Mom

Doja’s father, Dumisani Dlamini, is speaking up in an attempt to clear his name. He addressed certain claims made by his daughter recently about not being a father, indeed, while she was growing up. Doja claims her dad is a deadbeat, saying he ran out on her and their family.

Rising to his own defense, Dlamini explained that he never abandoned the singer, and he played his part to ensure they were fed. He uploaded the videos online wher he stressed that he loves his kids, Doja and Raman, and that he helped put food on the table when they were growing up.

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TMZ reported that Dlamini spoke about his strained relationship with the rapper, adding that she has been brainwashed into thinking that he is a bad guy primarily due to the influence of her mother, Sawyer. According to Dlamini, his former partner convinced Doja that he had left her and washed his hands of any responsibility attached to parenting her.

The Rapper Played A Quick One On Her Father

In the series of videos Dlamini shared online, he alleged that it was after his daughter’s career blew up in the industry that her mother started feeding her the false claims. He says that Sawyer ruined his reputation as a good man and started preaching abandonment to Doja.

His videos were uploaded after the iconic rapper shared a video she titled “Deadbeat Chronicles.” In her video, she talked about trolling her dad with tickets to one of her shows in South Africa, where he lives. The entertainer shared that instead of sending him the tickets to one of her Tour Ma Vie shows in South Africa, she sent him a link to gay porn.

The ploy clearly did not sit right with the South African native as he addressed it while telling his narrative. He reiterated that he was not the guy Sawyer had painted him to be and offered apologies for any presumed offense he might have committed.

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“[Doja] played the cards because of the influence of her mother. She came to South Africa, had the power to see me, and faked it. What I want to say to you guys is, I’m sorry if I ever touched anyone’s nerves. I’m a man of integrity, respect, and love,” Dlamini said.

Inside Doja Cat’s Family Dynamics

Doja, whose real name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, may just have gotten her creative side from her parents. Her mom is a painter and clothing designer, while her dad is an actor and dancer in South Africa. The South African dancer made a name for himself in the world of acting from his appearance on “Sarafina!” in 1992. The pair met in New York while he was performing in the legendary film on Broadway alongside Whoopi Goldberg.

They had a short-lived relationship during which Doja and her older brother,  Raman Dalithando Dlamini, were born. The “Paint The Town Red” singer and her brother lived with their mom in New York and California, and she had previously admitted to having never met her father. PEOPLE shared that one of Doja’s childhood friends, Gabrielle Hame, spoke about the absence of her father in her life.

“She would always think her dad was coming, and he didn’t come. She’d say, ‘My dad is gonna come, he lives in Africa, he’s just performing,’ and he wouldn’t come,” Hames recalled. However dysfunctional and non-existent their relationship seems, Dlamini has openly declared how proud he is of his daughter’s achievement, and the rapper previously praised her dad’s dancing skills.

The Grammy Winner Was Allegedly Abused By Her Older Brother

Two years ago, Sawyer filed court documents claiming that her son, Raman, had been physically and verbally abusive towards Doja. She claimed that things had gotten so heated between the siblings to the point that he knocked out the rapper’s teeth amid their brawl.

The Blast reported at the time that Sawyer also stated that her son was involved in stealing and destroying his sister’s property and had attacked her several times. The painter detailed in her filing that Raman made Doja feel “unsafe and traumatized” after hurling degrading words at her.

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She requested that a restraining order be issued against him on behalf of her daughter, but a judge denied the request. A temporary restraining order was issued initially pending the time of their hearing, where the judge advised that Doja filed the request herself.

Doja Cat’s Mom Has Been Her Beacon Of Support

The award-winning rapper recently spoke about the great influence her mom had on her career and personal life. She shared that growing up with a single mother made her more appreciative of the sacrifices it takes to raise a child. Doja described her childhood years as “fun and tough” while stating that she was in awe of how her mom raised her and her siblings all on her own.

“Growing up with a single mother is a hard thing to do. She had five children, but I could never. She is incredible, the strongest mother,” the rapper said. Doja’s mom is indeed proud of her daughter’s success. The singer celebrated the bond between her and her mom in her music video for her hit song “Gorgeous,” which featured Sawyer along with other top models.

While the 30-year-old rapper barely speaks about her father and brother in interviews, she wastes no time gushing about her mother, stating the valuable lessons of life she learnt growing up with her. Doja’s first original song, which she wrote at eight years old, was for Sawyer.

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Demi Lovato‘s fans are going to leap for joy in this era!

The singer is set to take the world by storm one continent at a time as she gears up for her album tour about four years after she took to the road in 2022, and now her husband is along for the ride.

Demi Lovato previously canceled some dates on the tour back in February, citing concerns for her health, rest, and well-being as the reason behind her important decision.

Demi Lovato Hints At Celebration Being A Major Theme Of Her Tour

The singer affirmed that she has been in such a great place in her life and “the energy” of her music is a reflection of that, stressing that she is in a “celebratory phase” of her life. Lovato is referring to her 2025 album “It’s Not That Deep,” which she released after tying the knot with her husband, Jutes, in May 2025.

However, Lovato assured her fans in her interview with US Weekly that her new state of mind will not stop her from performing her old hits like “Sober” and “Skyscraper.” The singer explained that, while they are emotional ballads she sang when she was in a specific state of mind, the times have changed, but her attachment to and memories of these tracks remain the same.

“It’s like muscle memory for me that it is hopping back into it, performing the songs that I’ve performed for so long,” the singer noted. Despite her attachment to her past tunes, she is very excited to perform her latest songs like “Joshua Tree,” which is about a sexual escapade with a partner in Joshua Tree, California.

The Disney Alum Admits To Still Feeling The Nerves On Stage

Lovato is committed to giving her fans the best time at the shows on her tour, and while this confidence is reassuring, the nerves do kick in. She revealed that the high notes are usually the anxiety kickers, and her new album has plenty of them.

She continued: “I’m also most nervous about how much dancing I’m going to be doing. That’s why I’m training right now, getting in the best shape possible for tour, so that I’m strong on the road.” Lovato is, however, not leaving any stone unturned to make sure the tour is a success, and that includes protecting her voice by staying silent while she prepares.

She added that her voice is not only the element being challenged on stage, but her mental and physical state are equally important, and she would incorporate meditation, compression pants, and salt baths to aid her recovery. Her husband will also be on deck to handle the emotional part, as she revealed he would be on the first leg of the tour with her before he goes on his own tour in May 2026.

Demi Lovato’s Tour Dates Cancellation Raised Questions About Her Ticket Sales

The Blast shared that the musician announced important news in February about her highly anticipated tour kicking off on a new date as she needed more time to prepare, rehearse, and reenergize for the whole tour run.

She updated fans in Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Denver about her decision to cancel the dates in those cities. Lovato added that her tour in Orlando would also take place on April 13, and that refunds would be provided to those who purchased tickets.

The Disney alum’s news instantly sparked reports of an issue with her ability to sell tickets as they speculated that demand for the musician had fallen short over the years. Some internet users blamed the actress for pulling an abysmal promotion for the tour as her fans deceived her into thinking she held the same star power to sell out a large venue.

The ‘Heart Attack’ Singer’s Time At Disney Was Filled With Mixed Feelings

Lovato’s era with Disney propelled her into superstardom, and from there, her world domination began with hit track after hit track. The Blast shared that while the actress is forever grateful to have emerged from such a huge platform, her time there was not all smooth sailing.

According to her, she struggled with so many insecurities behind the scenes, including eating disorders and mental health issues. She noted that her insecurities often led her to compare herself to her peers at Disney, such as Selena Gomez and Miley Cyrus. Fortunately for the star, her mother was there to be her voice of reason, reassuring her that there is room for everyone and it was fine to root for everyone.

She also reflected on some of her shortcomings, like being hard on herself at such a young age and acting so bratty towards everyone on set. She subsequently attended a 12-step program, which prompted her to reflect on her lifestyle and make amends with everyone she had wronged.

Demi Lovato Made Something Positive From Her Eating Disorder

The “Camp Rock” star’s chaotic relationship with food ultimately inspired her to author her first cookbook, “One Plate at a Time: Recipes for Finding Freedom with Food.” She noted that in the early times of her eating disorder, she would get so overwhelmed with food that the sight of a grocery store would give her a breakdown.

While she sought treatment for her eating disorder at 18, her struggles began as an 8-year-old, which meant the solution came for her a decade after her woes. Her therapist was also very helpful in finding a solution to her disorder by suggesting she start cooking at home.

Lovato noted that it was a difficult process at first, but she got the hang of it by cooking with her friends and feeling pure joy from the process. The singer shared in 2016 that her mother and grandmother also struggled with eating disorders, and as a toddler, it was tough growing up around a person struggling with bulimia.

More details have emerged regarding the viral altercation that ensued between “Reacher” star Alan Ritchson and his neighbor, Ronnie Taylor.

Sources suggest Taylor provoked Ritchson and pushed him off his bike twice before the actor retaliated.

The tense altercation between Alan Ritchson and his neighbor was captured in a clip, which has since gone viral online.

Alan Ritchson Was Provoked By His Neighbor, Eyewitnesses Claim

Over the weekend, Alan Ritchson was caught on camera giving a man the beating of his life in his neighborhood back in Tennessee.

More puzzling was the fact that the physical confrontation was done in front of his 2 children, who were sitting on their motorbikes nearby.

However, reports claim the “War Machine” actor wasn’t at fault and was seemingly acting in self-defense following a series of aggressive provocations by a neighbor, who was identified as Ronnie Taylor.

According to TMZ, eyewitnesses said they saw Ritchson riding his motorcycle down the street in Brentwood, Tennessee, and was tailed by his 2 kids, who were also riding their mini bikes.

However, Taylor burst onto the scene in an attempt to try and stop Ritchson’s bike, but did so in a “really aggressive” manner. This reportedly caused the actor to fall, suffering cuts and bruises, as well as minor injury to his finger.

The Actor’s Neighbor Shared His Own Account

In the Lead-Up to the now-viral altercation, Taylor reportedly dared Ritchson to hit him as he continued yelling at the actor, but he managed to maintain his cool and tried to get on his bike to leave.

However, the neighbor purportedly shoved the actor to the ground, which was what led to Ritchson beating him up as seen in the clip. After that, Ritchson got back on his bike and left with his kids.

According to TMZ, Taylor explained that the incident actually started on Saturday when Ritchson rode his bike on the street and was allegedly disturbing the peace by riding at full speed while revving his engine.

Then on Sunday, the actor did the same thing, but this time, he was with his children. He explained that he asked Ritchson, “Can you f-cking stop this please,” which is when things allegedly turned physical.

Meanwhile, the investigation is still on with reports noting Ritchson has been cooperative, but no arrest has been made so far.

Some Fans Poked Fun At The Clip Of Alan Ritchson’s Fight With His Neighbor: ‘This Gotta Be A Scene’

Meanwhile, Ritchson’s beating of Taylor left many internet users divided, with some thinking it was probably a scene for a new series.

“Must be a new series being filmed lol,” a fan wrote on Instagram, while another commented, “This gotta be a scene.”

Someone else with the same take wrote, “Naaah, this is from set Reacher season 4.”

Some users defended Ritchson’s acts, saying he’s a “good dude” while asking for the full story.

A fan wrote, “The man is 6’3 with every muscle you can possibly get. How and why did I get here? I’ve met homie, he’s a good dude. We need the full story.”

“Whatever Reacher said that man did… he did it,” another fan added.

“By the way, the man in the blue shirt walked up to him after being hit, tells me that he did something to deserve it,” someone else who suspected Ritchson wasn’t to blame commented.

The Actor Faced Some Backlash For Fighting In Front Of Kids

Some social media users slammed the actor for his behavior, suggesting he could have kept things calm, especially as his kids were present.

“Violence in front of children is child abuse. No one ever mentions the kids, who will be the most affected by seeing adults behaving inappropriately,” one person wrote.

Another said, “Irrespective of what, acts of violence in front of your children is a no no no. Call your cops immediately.”

Alan Ritchson Recently Spoke About His ‘Hard’ Experience Filming ‘War Machine’

Amid the offscreen controversy, Ritchson’s career remains on an upward trajectory. He rose to fame on Prime Video’s global smash “Reacher,” and has seemingly maintained the same standard for subsequent roles.

In his recent role as Army Sergeant “81” on Netflix’s “War Machine,” Ritchson admitted the film demanded a feat of physicality that nearly wore him out, but he managed to rise to the occasion as he always does.

In the film, Ritchson’s character is an elite combat engineer training to become an Army Ranger. Motivated by his brother’s death in Afghanistan, 81 leads his unit through a deadly, unexpected battle against an alien AI killing machine in the Colorado wilderness, turning a training exercise into a fight for survival.

“It was hard. I’m not going to lie, this was the most I’ve ever been pushed physically, and it was the most I’ve ever doubted my own ability to finish,” he told The Hollywood Reporter about starring in the movie.

Chad Michael Murray is reacting to costar Scott Patterson’s shocking Sullivan’s Crossing exit.

“There are various, different things that transpire. You just never know,” Murray, 44, said of Patterson’s recent departure in an interview with Yahoo Canada published on Sunday, March 22. “And so it’s one of those situations where you go, OK well, just look at the show, what is the show? Where does it sit? And how do you hold it up and keep it true to itself? And that’s all on the text and the storytelling.”

The CW series, based on the Robyn Carr novel of the same name, follows Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) as she reunites with her estranged father Sully, played by Patterson, while returning to her hometown in rural Nova Scotia. Murray stars as newcomer Cal Jones. Murray explained that despite Patterson’s exit, his character’s presence is still felt.

“There’s no question in my mind that we did that. The show stays totally true to itself, and Sully is still a big part of it,” he continued. “He still exists in this world, and there’s still that relationship. And he built the Crossing, so it’s always going to be there, and that’s kind of the foundation that the show is built on.”

Us Weekly previously reported that Patterson, 67, officially exited Sullivan’s Crossing ahead of season 4. Executive producer and showrunner Roma Roth exclusively told Us that the next season would pick up immediately after Sully left for a trip to Ireland with his girlfriend.

“Season 3 of Sullivan’s Crossing ended with Sully leaving for Ireland, beginning a new chapter in his life. Season 4 picks up the next day, with Sully still overseas,” Roth explained. “While he isn’t physically present in this season, the character remains an important part of the world with the potential to be included in future seasons should that align with the ongoing creative.”

Patterson’s exit was a surprise to fans, as the actor consistently praised his time on the drama.

“It’s always exciting to go to a new place with a new project [and] with new expectations. Everybody’s lovely. The work is deep and the collaboration is real. You’ve got a built-in audience with [Gilmore Girls] and now we’ve got Robyn Carr’s book audience,” Patterson exclusively told Us in October 2023. “So it’s kind of exciting to come into something that’s kind of established — has already an established fan base — and I can bring mine in. They can join forces and watch the show together and compare notes.”

Related: Why Was Scott Patterson Written Out of ‘Sullivan’s Crossing’? Exit Explained

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Sullivan’s Crossing is going through a very big change with Scott Patterson‘s character Sully being written off — but what does the shocking exit mean for the show? Based on the book series by Robyn Carr, Sullivan’s Crossing centers around neurosurgeon Maggie (Morgan Kohan) after she moves back home to rural Nova Scotia to reconnect […]

Patterson also gushed about being able to collaborate with the writers about his character.

“I have a lot more freedom to create the role. I have a lot more input with what [Sully] says and what he does. I just love that about the show. I love that about the producers and the network and all the support they give. And [executive producer] Roma Roth is a very, very special showrunner,” he shared. “She really, really trusts her actors and she really listens. She just wants the best for the episode.”

He continued, “She wants the best for the scene [and] she wants the best for the show. To me, that is the sign of a true leader. So we follow her lead, but she’s open to suggestions, which makes this so much stronger.”