ABC Faces Backlash for Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette Role

0:00The latest entertainment headlines and celebrity stories, right here on entertainment and celebrity news today. Fans are pushing ABC to scrap season 22 of the Bachelorette, which stars 31-year-old Taylor Frankie Paul as the lead. The backlash stems from resurface video of a violent clash she had with her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen back in 2023. The footage shows Taylor putting Mortensen in a headlock, striking him and hurling metal stools. One stool hit her young daughter, who was crying out during the chaos. Police arrested Taylor that year on charges including assault and domestic violence in front of a child. She struck a plea deal in August 2023, dropping a felony assault charge to a misdemeanor if she stays clean for three years on. Probation. That means no alcohol or drugs and the other charges got dismissed. The incident played out on her Hulu show Secret Lives of Mormon Wives where viewers watched her and Mortensen patch things up.

1:00They even welcomed the sun last March 19th. But lately, filming stopped on the show's next season amid a police probe involving the pair. Right now, ABC has not commented and the Bachelorette season is still slated to air soon. Fans say platforming her risks, sending the wrong signal of out abuse. This episode is supported by our sponsor C Details in the description. A pillow that sounds as good as it feels. Built for listening in bed. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.