Mormon Wives Cast Condemns Domestic Violence

0:00This is Cory with the story, and here's what's trending across entertainment and celebrity news right now. Stars from who lose the secret lives of Mormon wives have condemned domestic violence after a video surfaced, showing Casmate Taylor Frankie Paul, assaulting her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen in front of their daughter back in 2023. The footage, released by TMZ on Thursday, captures Paul pushing and kicking Mortensen as he pleas with her to stop. Paul was arrested for the incident and later pleaded guilty in a bans to aggravated assault last August. Meanwhile, two Casmates shared their thoughts on Instagram Stories Friday without naming Paul directly. Miranda McWhorter, a mother herself, said she takes abuse seriously and hopes the kids involved are safe and loved. Layla Taylor, a survivor of domestic violence, made it clear she stands against it in any form and is thinking of the children. The videos release prompted quick fallout, with ABC pulling Paul's upcoming season of the Bachelorette, originally set for Sunday.

1:01This comes amid fresh reports of violence between Paul and Mortensen earlier this week, which halted filming for the show's fifth season. Utah Police in West Jordan and Draper confirmed ongoing probes into allegations from both sides after contacts on February 24th and 25th. Cas members raised alarms in a March 7th Zoom call with Disney executives, including top unscripted TV boss Rob Mills. They discussed risks to their careers, the show's image, and Paul's alleged behavior toward her three kids, calling it a tough spot since she's a friend. Mills said he didn't want to dive too deep into details. Investigations continue as both sides point fingers, leaving the future of Paul's reality TV gigs up in the air while everyone watches closely for. Investigations on the kids' well-being and an entangled batting in another time.