Taylor Frankie Paul is a dynamic American reality TV personality, social media influencer, and content creator who skyrocketed to fame through TikTok’s #MomTok community and Hulu’s hit series The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.

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In a groundbreaking move for the franchise, she became the lead of The Bachelorette Season 22, premiering March 22, 2026, on ABC—the first Bachelorette selected without prior experience in The Bachelor or Bachelorette universe.

At 31 years old (born around 1994–1995), Taylor brings a unique blend of bold personality, motherhood, and redemption arc to the spotlight.

Known for her candid sharing of life’s highs and lows—from a viral “soft-swinging” scandal to co-parenting three young children—Taylor has built a massive following (millions on TikTok and Instagram) by embracing authenticity.

Her journey from Utah mom influencer to national TV star highlights resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of love on her own terms.

Early Life and Background

Taylor Frankie Paul grew up in Utah, raised primarily by her mother, Liann, and stepfather, Jeremy May. She has spoken publicly about limited contact with her biological father, who passed away after they met only once.

Influenced by her Mormon upbringing, Taylor married young—right after high school—and navigated the expectations of faith, family, and early adulthood. These experiences shaped her outspoken views on relationships, religion, and personal growth, which she often shares online.

Career Highlights

Taylor’s career exploded in the early 2020s as a pioneer of #MomTok, a viral TikTok niche blending Mormon mom life, dance trends, and lifestyle content. She founded and led the influential group, amassing a huge audience with relatable parenting videos, humor, and unfiltered takes.

In 2022, Taylor made international headlines by revealing on TikTok Live that she and her then-husband were divorcing amid a “soft-swinging” scandal involving her MomTok circle.

The confession went mega-viral, leading to Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (premiered 2024), where she became a breakout star. The docuseries chronicled the group’s drama, friendships, scandals, and personal evolutions—including Taylor’s relationships, domestic challenges, and sobriety journey.

Her reality TV success continued with casting as The Bachelorette Season 22 lead, announced in September 2025 on the Call Her Daddy podcast. Taylor described the opportunity as a “gift” and a fresh start, especially as a single mom.

She has also leveraged her fame for brand partnerships, influencer deals, and content creation, focusing on motherhood, wellness, and lifestyle.

Estimated Net Worth: Reports from Celebrity Net Worth and various outlets peg Taylor Frankie Paul’s net worth at around $400,000 as of late 2025/early 2026.

This figure stems from TikTok/Instagram earnings, Hulu appearances, brand collaborations, and potential sponsorships. Some sources speculate higher estimates ($3–5 million) factoring in ongoing deals and post-Bachelorette opportunities, though $400,000 is the most consistently cited baseline.

Her earnings are expected to rise significantly with The Bachelorette exposure, endorsements, and appearances.

Relationships and Family Life

Taylor’s personal life has been central to her public story, marked by high-profile relationships and co-parenting.

• Ex-Husband: Tate Paul
  Taylor married Tate Paul in November 2016 at age 22. They welcomed daughter Indy May Paul (born August 2017) and son Ocean Paul (born June 2020). Their marriage ended in divorce in 2022 amid the swinging scandal Taylor revealed. Tate, who works in sales/marketing, has since remarried (to aesthetician Bailey) and welcomed another child. Taylor and Tate maintain a co-parenting relationship focused on their kids.
• Ex-Boyfriend: Dakota Mortensen
  Post-divorce, Taylor dated real estate agent and recovered addict Dakota Mortensen starting in 2022. Their relationship, featured heavily on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, included ups and downs—trust issues, arguments, a February 2023 domestic altercation leading to Taylor’s arrest (she later stopped drinking), and reconciliation. They welcomed son Ever True Mortensen (born March 2024). The pair split for good by early 2025, with Taylor confirming on podcasts it’s over permanently.

Taylor is now a proud mom of three:

• Indy (8 years old)
• Ocean (5–6 years old)
• Ever (around 2 years old as of 2026)

She prioritizes her children, often emphasizing family readiness in potential partners (e.g., willingness to relocate to Utah). As The Bachelorette, she’s open about dating as a mom with two co-parents, seeking maturity, kindness, and emotional availability.

Why Taylor Frankie Paul Stands Out

From MomTok founder to reality TV trailblazer, Taylor’s story resonates for its honesty about growth after public scrutiny. She’s open to non-Mormon partners, values treating others kindly as her top green flag, and views The Bachelorette as a chance for genuine connection. With Season 22 underway, fans watch to see if she finds lasting love—or delivers unforgettable drama.

Taylor Frankie Paul continues to inspire with her unapologetic authenticity, proving reinvention is possible at any stage of life. Follow her journey on social media (@taylorfrankiepaul) and tune in for more roses and revelations!