Insiders reveal that concerns about Taylor Frankie Paul’s aggressive behavior were raised during filming of her canceled season of The Bachelorette. The recent domestic violence investigation and leaked video footage were not sudden revelations; multiple sources claim that production was made aware of her temper issues while cameras were rolling.
Complaints Ignored During Production
According to sources who spoke with the Naughty But Nice Substack, complaints about Paul’s behavior were made to ABC executives during filming. One insider stated bluntly, “This wasn’t something they discovered later. It was happening while they were filming.” Despite these concerns, production reportedly continued without intervention. Another source confirmed, “There were complaints during filming. People spoke up – but nothing changed.”
Contestants Aware of Aggressive Tendencies
Several male contestants allegedly witnessed Paul’s anger firsthand. One source stated that “several of the men knew she had a temper while they were there… They saw it firsthand.” The insider also claimed she managed to control her outbursts when cameras were present, implying the behavior was consistent but strategically masked. “She pulled it together when she had to. At least while cameras were on…. This didn’t come out of nowhere after filming. It was happening during filming — and they ignored it.”
Background of Legal Issues
Paul’s current legal troubles stem from two separate incidents. In February 2023, she was arrested after her ex-partner, Dakota Mortensen, accused her of assault in front of their children. She initially faced felony charges for aggravated assault and domestic violence, but later pleaded in abeyance to a third-degree felony, with other charges reduced to misdemeanors in exchange for three years of probation.
Escalating Violence Confirmed by Video
In March 2026, a video surfaced showing Paul physically assaulting Mortensen, including placing him in a headlock and throwing chairs, one of which struck her daughter. Following the release of this footage, police reopened a domestic assault investigation, with both parties alleging abuse.
Consequences of Unaddressed Behavior
As a direct result, Paul’s season of The Bachelorette has been canceled, and season 5 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is on indefinite hold. She has also temporarily lost custody of her child with Mortensen.
The situation highlights a disturbing pattern: allegations suggest that production staff were aware of violent behavior during filming, yet allowed it to continue. This raises questions about the safety standards for reality TV participants and the willingness of networks to prioritize entertainment over well-being.
