Taylor Frankie Paul’s ex is weighing in on her rosy new chapter.
Following the announcement that the actress from “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” was chosen as the star for season 22 of “The Bachelorette,” her former partner, Dakota Mortensen, posted an enigmatic message regarding life on his Instagram.
Today, I’ve faced numerous unexpected challenges,” Dakota (who has had a documented on-and-off relationship with the MomTok star, as depicted in the Hulu reality series) wrote on his Instagram Story on September 10th. “Every challenge serves as a reminder of the ultimate importance of faith and family. Life is indeed brief.
Taylor, a mother of three – Ever, aged 13 months, Indy, 8, and Ocean, 5, with her exes Dakota and Tate Paul respectively – shared exciting career news on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast that very day. Moreover, she made a surprising revelation about her last encounter with Dakota that raised some eyebrows.
During the September 10th episode, she admitted that she couldn’t recall the details, adding that after the event at Stagecoach in April, there was possibly only one more encounter between them.
As a lifestyle advisor, I must admit there was a period of uncertainty, but I’ve come to terms with the fact that our paths have diverged permanently. Looking back, I had hoped things would work out between us.
In response, Dakota hinted at a conflicting recollection of their last moments, jokingly mentioning below a TikTok video from the episode, “Sometimes one or two times…I’ve got it now.
As for Taylor’s perspective on becoming the next Bachelorette? She’s still processing that, too.
Taylor stated that her new era hasn’t yet felt tangible for her. At this point in time, she is merely contemplating it, and it seems surreal. It won’t feel real until the moment she steps into a limo and encounters those involved.
Four months after Taylor publicly announced their split, it was then that she entered the world of “Bachelor Nation.
She noted below a May 18 TikTok video about a fan potentially meeting him, “Dakota no longer belongs to me.” I wish him well.
Previously, Taylor claimed that Dakota was untrue to her during the first episode of Mormon Wives’ second season, confessing to TopMob News that their partnership experienced some form of “dishonesty”.
She expressed that they are each focusing on personal healing to improve their situations, understanding that collectively they might not achieve this goal. Currently, they are making every effort to ensure the best possible care for their child, and whatever unfolds in the future will happen as it may.
Earlier claims suggested that during the premiere of Mormon Wives Season 2, Dakota was accused of being untrue to Taylor.
During the affair, she discovered many things that had been kept in secrecy and weren’t truthful,” she clarified. “He portrayed her as the persistent one who initiated everything, but that wasn’t accurate. In reality, it was him.
Before her separation from Dakota, the mother of three was previously embroiled in a sensational sex scandal involving swinger activities. This scandal eventually contributed to her divorce from her initial husband, Tate.
Taylor confessed to TopMob News recently that there are things he wishes he had done otherwise. Regarding his marriage, he regrets causing pain to his former partner.”
“Looking back, Taylor told TopMob News he regrets some decisions he made. Specifically in his marriage, he wishes he hadn’t caused distress to his ex-partner.
Despite this, their contentious situation attracted global recognition and amassed them millions of followers on social media.
She mentioned, “Today, I find myself here largely due to it, and I believe it has played a significant role in shaping who I am as a person.
To find out about the romantic lives of additional members from the Bachelor Nation series, continue below…
Status: Engaged
As reported by Spencer Conley (who caught Jenn Tran’s attention with his endearing “golden retriever energy” on The Bachelorette), he landed a great match during the 10th season of Bachelor in Paradise. Sharing a photo of himself and Jess Edwards (who made a strong impression on Bachelor Joey Graziadei) on Instagram Stories in August 2025, he expressed that he had “already won” since they were both falling for each other – a subtle way of saying he hadn’t yet declared his full affection.
Jess, who posted on her main feed, expressed a little excitement about this man and other things.
Certainly, they were grinning when, after opting for their relationship over the $250,000 prize, they got engaged and walked off with an unexpected check worth $190,000.
“Everything we’ve experienced,” Jess stated, “has brought us to this very moment.”
Soon, her love will lead her to Dallas, as the show announced her intentions to relocate there to be with Spencer.
Status: Dating
As I reflect back on my unforgettable journey, I can confidently say that my first date with Jeremy Simon, during Paradise’s 10th season in August 2025, was a clear highlight. It might just as well have been our last chance encounter, but the spark between us was undeniable.
Initially, we were both contestants vying for Grant Ellis’ heart and Bachelorette Jenn’s affections, respectively. Yet, amidst the drama that unfolded when I discovered his reservations about sending Susie Evans home, our bond only grew stronger.
Our connection reached new heights in Costa Rica, where we managed to navigate through even the most tumultuous of squabbles. Though we were eliminated during the Bachelor in Paradise finale, our story didn’t end there. Off-camera, we continued to nurture our budding relationship.
In fact, it was later revealed that we had taken significant steps towards a future together – meeting each other’s families and even planning to reside in the same city. Bailey Taylor Brown signing off.
Status: Dating
It appears that the bond between Andrew Spencer (one of Katie Thurston’s suitors) and Alexe Godin has remained incredibly strong following the show. Just six days after the Chicago-based football player affectionately referred to the pediatric speech therapist as “my love” in an August 2025 Instagram post, she returned the sentiment by addressing him as “my dear” in her own message.
Even though they opted for love over the $250,000 prize during the Bachelor in Paradise finale, they still walked away with a combined $125,000.
Alexe exclaimed, “This is absolutely incredible!” She continued, “I’m not just taking money; I’m taking something even more valuable-love, which is truly priceless.” In the upcoming events, they are planning to relocate their love to the Windy City as Alexe shares her intentions of moving to Chicago with Andrew.
Status: Dating
Kat and Dale faced a prickly situation during the finale of “Bachelor in Paradise” when Sean McLaughlin, a former contestant, claimed that Kat had hidden a laptop and was still exchanging love letters with an old flame. However, the nurse practitioner refuted any such contact on the show.
When asked about her past relationship, she admitted, “Yes, we were still in touch because I didn’t think I would find anyone here.”
Despite being eliminated before the final challenge of “Paradise,” Kat and Dale’s romance continued to grow. The series unveiled that the alum from Zach Shallcross’ season and the former contestant from Clare Crawley’s journeyed across the U.S. together, making plans for a shared future, including relocating closer to each other.
In Dale’s comment on Kat’s August 2025 Instagram post, he said, “There were challenging moments, but we faced them side by side… and I wouldn’t want to alter anything about that experience.
Status: Just friends—for now
The contestant Gary Levingston and Leslie Fhima, who was a finalist for Gerry Turner’s affection on “The Golden Bachelor”, seemed to have a sparkling future ahead after they were eliminated from the 10th season of “Bachelor in Paradise”. They even expressed hopes of creating new memories together in a post-elimination video on social media. However, the former inspiration for the Prince’s songs isn’t entirely sure if she is ready to be his romantic partner.
During her August 2025 interview on Bachelor Happy Hour, she shared that she frequently communicates with Gary. She confidently declared him as one of her closest friends, someone she reaches out to when facing difficulties. He often helps calm her down in challenging situations, and they always support each other. In essence, they are there for each other like trusted partners with each other’s backs.
Despite recognizing that their 2,000-mile distance (with her in Minnesota and him in California) adds complexity, she remains optimistic about the relationship. She explained, “What I’m certain of is that for me, a crucial aspect of any partnership, be it romantic or otherwise, is establishing friendship first.” She added, “I want to grow old alongside my best friend.
Status: Dating
In the mansion of “The Bachelorette” Gold Edition, Kim Buike discovered a musical partner in Faith Martin, who had received Gerry Turner’s first impression rose during Season 10. Despite their elimination on Paradise, they continued their journey together, as evidenced by a video posted by Faith on Instagram in August 2025, showcasing a romantic hometown date with the retired navy captain in Washington.
After being eliminated from Paradise, Faith exclaimed with admiration, “The character of this individual is truly remarkable!” Regarding the depth of their feelings, Kim mentioned that they had both acknowledged, “We’ve already forged a very strong bond within us, and we aim to nurture it beyond these walls.
Status: Split
On his initial night at the Bachelor mansion, Grant might have encountered 25 potential romantic prospects, but in the end, it was Juliana Pasquarosa who received his final rose. Yet, this couple chose to part ways shortly before their proposal episode aired, less than three months ago.
In simpler terms, Grant shared on his Instagram story on June 13 that he and Juliana have decided to part ways in their relationship. They’ve tried their best and invested plenty of affection into one another, but after having thoughtful discussions, they realized that they aren’t compatible for the long term.
At present, Joan Vassos is in an engagement, a development that unfolded after her brief stint on the inaugural season of “The Golden Bachelor” and premature exit from Gerry Turner’s season. On the premiere season of “The Golden Bachelorette”, she distributed roses. It was during this time that she encountered and accepted a proposal from contestant Chock Chapple, leading to their current engagement status.
Joan expressed during The Golden Bachelorette’s November 2024 finale that, despite all the challenges life has presented us, there remains hope, even at our advanced age. In a beautiful setting like Bora Bora, she declared her love for Chock and proposed: “I’ve been waiting for this perfect moment in this wonderful place to tell you that I love you deeply. I long to start and end each day with you by my side, sharing a morning wake-up and a goodnight kiss.
In the Season 21 finale of “The Bachelorette,” it appeared that former “The Bachelor” contestant Jenn Tran had found her perfect match in Devin Strader. However, during a post-finale interview on “After the Final Rose” in September 2024, Jenn disclosed that Devin abruptly ended their relationship as soon as the cameras stopped recording.
As a devoted admirer, I shared his grand expressions of affection one moment, only to find myself alone and dismissed the next day. The man who had promised me the world, who had expressed his heartfelt desires for me, seemed to have vanished without a trace, denying any previous romantic involvement when questioned. It felt like all the love he once vowed to give me was nowhere to be found anymore.
As a devoted supporter, I’d like to share that the narrative unfolded further when Devin chose to express his perspective through a heartfelt 13-minute video on Instagram. In this post, he not only acknowledged his role but also offered profound insights into the reasons behind the abrupt end of our relationship during a lengthy, 15-minute conversation over the phone.
Instead, while Jenn asserted that he ended their relationship during a phone conversation in August, he countered by stating that Jenn had asked him about his issues and was trying to figure out how to tell her in person rather than over the phone.
He admitted that he wasn’t sure about what other options were left, and in a roundabout way, she made him reveal the information earlier than planned.
Following that, Jenn made her way over to “Dancing With the Stars” and found herself deeply connected with her partner Sasha Farber. Despite their elimination in October 2024, they continued to dance together, but parted ways in 2025.
Status: Separated
By April 2024, Greg Grippo, a contestant from Katie Thurston’s season of The Bachelorette the previous year, and Victoria Fuller, had parted ways after announcing their relationship on the eighth season finale of Bachelor in Paradise in November 2022.
Before Victoria Fuller and Greg Grippo revealed their relationship during the finale of Bachelor in Paradise’s 8th season, she had already ended her engagement with her fellow cast member Johnny DePhillipo.
Marital Status: Divorced as of now, Gerry and Theresa Nist exchanged engagement rings in November 2023 at the Golden Bachelor finale, but they divorced after their televised wedding in January 2024.
However, three months after their nuptials, the couple announced that they were breaking up.
In a heartfelt conversation with Theresa, I found myself reflecting deeply about our relationship and our shared life, as we appeared on Good Morning America together in April 2024. After careful consideration and thoughtful discussions, it became clear that the best decision for both of us is to part ways, thereby dissolving our marriage amicably.
They reached a divorce settlement in June 2024, according to court records reviewed by TopMob News.
In April 2025, Gerry disclosed on the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast that he had a new partner and things were progressing positively.
Status: Set to Wed
Tennis pro Joey, who had wooed 32 potential partners, finally found his ideal match in project manager Kelsey Anderson. “I can’t delay any longer to express my love for you,” Joey said to the recipient of his final rose, during the season finale on March 2024. “There’s something about you that just makes me happy. It’s a sensation I’ve never experienced before.”
Envisioning his future with the woman from Louisiana, he continued, “I’ve always wanted a beautiful life, but I didn’t truly understand how magnificent it could be until I encountered you.
As a lifestyle expert, I might rephrase it as follows:
John Henry Spurlock, the fearless underwater welder, and the compassionate nurse Kat, who both vied for the heart of Zach Shallcross in different seasons, didn’t initially connect on Bachelor in Paradise until halfway through season nine. However, they were both ready to take a leap of faith. John, with a romantic gesture, presented an Ascher cut Neil Lane diamond, expressing his feelings by saying, “I’m choosing to do something unconventional today. My heart is guiding me to believe that you are extraordinary, exactly what I’ve been searching for.”
Sadly, days after the season finale aired, they shared on Instagram that their career aspirations were pulling them in different directions. “Though our paths are diverging due to our professional goals not being compatible,” they wrote, “we are grateful for the love and encouragement we’ve received from our loved ones and Bachelor Nation.
Updates: Split Announced
Eliza Isichei, one of Clayton Echard’s former partners, found herself in an engagement with Aaron Bryant despite initial apprehensions about paradise. Clad entirely in white, she agreed to his oceanfront proposal, visibly moved by Aaron’s thoughtful gesture of seeking her mother’s blessing. She shared, “I knew I was not in control of what words would come out of my mouth.”
In the show’s finale, a coda acknowledged that Eliza and Charity had encountered difficulties following their return from Mexico. A few days later, they announced their amicable separation, with Eliza taking to Instagram in December 2023 to express her feelings: “Navigating these complex emotions as I watch it all play out. We part ways with positivity and mutual respect for each other.
Status: Split (or Broke up)
Postpartum nurse Kylee Russell was disappointed that her boyfriend, Aven Jones, didn’t propose as he had apparently planned during his time on The Bachelorette with Rachel Recchia. However, she eventually agreed to Aven’s Paradise proposal, opting to leave their issues behind and try to make things work.
This decision meant that her selected engagement dress remained unused. “I just had to do what I felt was right,” she said, expressing that love requires taking risks.
Two days after the finale aired in December 2023, Kylee shared on her Instagram Stories that their relationship had ended due to multiple instances of infidelity. Later, Aven apologized to Kylee for his mistakes and the pain he caused: “I have made major errors in our relationship and hurt someone who was very close to me.
Exciting News for Engaged Couple Charity Lawson and Dotun Olubeko
Charity Lawson, happily engaged, shared her excitement with TopMob News about their upcoming wedding. In a romantic gesture reminiscent of fairy tales, integrative medicine specialist Dotun Olubeko knelt down to propose to the child and family therapist. He declared their love as “perfect” and asked Charity to make their story even more real by becoming his wife.
Although the wedding is yet to be scheduled for either 2025 or 2026, Charity has an exciting opportunity coming her way before that-a stint on Dancing With the Stars! During The Bachelorette: After the Final Rose, Dotun shared his enthusiasm with Charity, expressing how they’ve discussed this amazing opportunity and now he’s thrilled to reveal that she will be dancing on Dancing With the Stars! So here’s to their blossoming future together-let’s get ready for a great performance on the dance floor!
Status: Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar are now officially living together. After some bumps along the way during the Fantasy Suite on season 27, Zach proposed to Kaity in March 2023. Overwhelmed with love, he declared, “I am so in love with you… You are my world… The love I feel for you is something I could have never imagined.” In July 2023, they took their relationship to the next level by announcing on Instagram that they’re now roommates.
On May 23, 2025, they got married in a small, charming chapel event that Kaity affectionately referred to. At first, they had planned a grander celebration, but during the June 2025 episode of the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast, she shared her thoughts saying, “I paused for a moment and thought, ‘Maybe we don’t need all this.’ The essence of a wedding lies in celebrating our true love and connection, and I felt like I was focusing too much on minor details.
However, what truly enchanted her was discovering one crucial aspect – the very same Austin-area chapel where the ceremony took place had been chosen by the aunt who sponsored her competition for Zach’s affection. As Kaity put it, “It was just right.
The current status indicates that Danielle Maltby and Michael Allio, who showed potential for a strong relationship after appearing on separate seasons of Bachelor Nation, have split up. Despite moving from Nashville to Ohio to be with him, their relationship ended according to Allio in a September 2023 episode of Jason Tartick’s “Trading Secrets” podcast. He described the breakup as heartbreaking, stating that when relationships don’t work out and you realize that love is present but compatibility is lacking, it feels like mourning not only the person and friend involved but also the future once imagined together.
Brandon Jones expressed his deep affection for Serene Russell during their proposal on season seven of Paradise, declaring, “I will love you forever, until my very last breath, and I long for an eternal beginning with you.” However, their journey together came to an end five months after their engagement aired in public. In a joint statement released in May 2023, they announced their separation. Struggling in the limelight, they had attempted to address their relationship privately but found it to be extremely difficult. Their decision has been emotionally taxing and they implore for understanding and compassion, requesting that there be no animosity between them.
The status update can be rephrased as: Rachel’s relationship with contractor Tino Franco encountered a halt due to his kissing another woman during the 2022 season broadcast. In an interview on “The Viall Files,” he admitted, “I have no defense for my actions at all. It was wrong and unfair to Rachel. I regret it deeply and it continues to trouble me daily. I’m ashamed of what happened and if given the chance, I would change it a million times over.
As a lifestyle expert, let me share my thoughts on the intriguing journey of Susie Evans and Bachelor Clayton Echard. In the heart-wrenching 2022 finale, Susie initially turned down Clayton’s proposals. However, off-camera, they reconnected – only to part ways six months later.
However, in her blog “Susie Was Like,” Susie herself explains that their separation was a necessary step towards personal growth. She eloquently put it, “The people around me noticed my radiance had dimmed and I was far from flourishing.” She admitted they shared many happy moments but deep down, she was grappling with struggles and feeling out of alignment with her authentic self.
After that, Susie started dating a participant from Bachelor Nation named Justin Glaze. However, they later revealed their separation in August of 2024.
The current situation is that Michelle, a teacher from an elementary school in Minnesota, parted ways with Nayte Olukoya, a sales executive based in Texas. During their time together, Michelle received a Neil Lane sparkler and a $200,000 check to help fund their future home. However, after six months following the finale of their season (aired in December 2021), they announced their breakup due to not having the right connection or shared vision.
In an interview on The Viall Files, Nayte admitted there were numerous disagreements and conflicts between them. He also acknowledged that not having a face-to-face conversation to end things was unfair.
After parting ways with Nayte, Michelle started dating Jack Leius in 2023. They announced their engagement the following year, and their wedding took place in Minnesota in June 2025.
The dynamic duo from BIP season 7, Maurissa Gunn and Riley Christian, captured viewers with their shared dream of leisurely Sunday mornings. However, despite the strong connection, their partnership lasted only a few weekends. In a joint statement issued in January 2022, their patient coordinator, Maurissa (who was involved with Peter Weber), and attorney Riley (one of Tayshia Adams’ suitors) revealed they were going their separate ways. They never anticipated this situation, but they found themselves at a point where they both needed to focus on personal growth.
Status: Split
As a die-hard fanatic of “Bachelor Nation,” it was truly heartwarming to witness the historic first same-sex engagement unfold during season six of “Bachelor in Paradise.” However, I couldn’t help but feel a pang as they announced their split on Halloween 2019.
In their shared post on Instagram, they expressed that love and concern for each other have always been central to their relationship. Their top concern is making decisions that benefit them both. With hearts heavy yet filled with mutual affection, they’ve made the difficult choice to distance themselves from their relationship temporarily. This step allows them to focus on personal growth and ultimately seek what’s best for their future well-being as individuals.
Current Status: Engaged
In a nutshell, it appears that Noah Erb and Abigail Heringer are no longer “lost in paradise.” Despite parting ways during the seventh season of Bachelor in Paradise, they have found themselves forever smitten with each other. Initially settling down in San Diego, their travel nurse (from Tayshia’s competition) and financial manager (who received Matt James’ first impression rose) recently invested in a new home together-in Tulsa, his hometown!
Abigail expressed her excitement on Instagram in July 2023 by announcing, “Gearing up for our Chip and Joanna Gaines era because my girl just bought her very first house!!!” She went on to express her anticipation for their new beginning and the memories they’ll create there.
Preparing for their move, Noah popped the question at a San Diego beachfront home in August 2023. And now, it seems they are planning a wedding!
In a prelude to their grand wedding in September 2023, Serena Pitt and Joe Amabile, both finalists from different seasons, decided to tie the knot early at a city hall nearby their New York City residence. This impromptu ceremony, held approximately a year after they left Bachelor in Paradise engaged, serves as a warm-up for the main event. Serena, who co-hosts the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast with her spouse now, posted a video from the occasion in October 2022, captioning it “JUST MARRIED!!”. Despite this early wedding, they are still planning to have another wedding ceremony in September. As she put it, “Who doesn’t want to get married twice!
As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it as follows:
“In the realm of love and commitment, I find myself utterly enamored by my partner, Mari Pepin. The joyous moment when I slid that sparkling Neil Lane diamond onto her finger during the 2021 finale of Paradise was more than a symbolic act – it was a testament to the profound bond we share. Every day with you, Mari, feels like a new beginning, and I can’t envision my life without your presence.
After our shared journey on Bachelor in Paradise, where our connection initially blossomed under the tropical sun, we embarked on a new adventure together. Leaving my native Chicago behind, I found myself drawn to the allure of Maryland, where Mari resided. Together, we started planning our forever, eagerly anticipating the day when we would become one.
Before exchanging vows in an intimate oceanfront ceremony in Puerto Rico in November 2023, we made our love eternal during a memorable trip to the Bahamas in May 2023. We chose to commemorate our bond with matching tattoos, etching our shared journey into our skin as a testament to the love that binds us.
Status: Married
Becca, who was previously on The Bachelorette, and Thomas Jacobs (a contestant from Katie Thurston’s season), found each other during Bachelor in Paradise season seven in 2021. However, they split up while the show was still airing, but managed to reconcile after filming ended. In May 2022, they shared their happy news that they were engaged, with Becca taking the initiative to propose. As she told TopMob News, “I hope others can now feel empowered and realize it’s okay to break the rules.” Later in October 2022, Thomas reciprocated by proposing as well. In September 2023, they were blessed with their first child, a son named Benson. Becca expressed her feelings on Instagram, “Words can’t express the love and awe we have for this little boy.” Just a few weeks after welcoming Benson, they decided to tie the knot in an impromptu wedding ceremony held on October 13, 2023.
Status: Split
In the final episode of season 17 of “The Bachelorette” in 2021, Katie got engaged to Blake Moynes. Their affection for each other was first revealed during their overnight date, which included a paintball adventure, a cowboy soak, and a chat under the starlit sky.
Bending down on a knee, Blake expressed to Katie, “You merit the entire universe, and I can’t wait to stand by your side and assist you daily from now on.
After a television proposal three months ago, the pair revealed their separation. In identical statements, they shared, “We are deeply thankful for the precious moments we experienced and the incredible journey that unfolded over this past year. However, we’ve determined that we aren’t well-suited as life partners. It is the kindest decision for us both to proceed separately.”
Now, she has tied the knot with comedian Jeff Arcuri.
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