Taylor Frankie Paul’s Love Life Takes Another Turn Amid Ongoing Legal Drama

Taylor Frankie Paul is back in the headlines—and not just for her legal situation. The “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star is reportedly reconnecting with Doug Mason following a turbulent few weeks that included her pulled season of “The Bachelorette” and an ongoing legal dispute with ex Dakota Mortensen.

Taylor Frankie Paul & Doug Mason ‘Trying to Make It Work’ Again

According to a source who spoke to Us Weekly, Taylor and Doug are spending time together again after previously parting ways.

“They were hanging out recently and want to see if they can get back together and be a couple,” the insider shared. “They’re seeing each other” and “trying to make it work.”

The update comes after ABC pulled Taylor’s season of “The Bachelorette,” which had already been filmed. The decision followed the resurfacing of footage from 2023 that showed a heated altercation between Taylor and Dakota.

Both Taylor and Dakota have since accused each other of abuse, and a hearing regarding their protective orders is scheduled.

Judge Denies Request to Seal Taylor Frankie Paul Case

At the same time, Taylor’s legal battle is continuing to unfold in court. During an April 27 status conference, a judge denied her request to seal the upcoming hearing, meaning the case will remain public, according to TMZ.

Taylor’s attorney, Eric Swinyard, argued that the hearing would involve serious allegations and that public access could impact the couple’s young son.

He said the case has already attracted “hundreds of thousands of viewers” online and raised concerns about long-term effects, including the possibility that their child could one day be confronted about the situation.

Swinyard also suggested that the timing of the resurfaced 2023 video raised questions, noting it was released the same day Dakota filed for a protective order. Dakota’s legal team denied any involvement.

Dakota’s attorney, Daniela Diaz, opposed the request to seal the case, arguing that much of the information has already been shared publicly in court.

The child’s court-appointed representative did not take a formal position but acknowledged concerns about the potential future impact.

Ultimately, the judge ruled that the case must be treated like any other, despite the level of public attention.

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About Perry Carpenter

Perry Carpenter has been covering entertainment news for more than 20 years — and yes, she absolutely has opinions about the latest Bravo casting shake-ups. Throughout her career, she has specialized in celebrity news and television, with a particular obsession for all things Bravo, "The Challenge," "Outlander," of course, Travis & Taylor, and the ever-expanding Taylor Sheridan universe. A member of the International Association of Professional Writers and Editors, Perry has built a storied freelance career covering pop culture's biggest moments and smallest Easter eggs. Her work has appeared in Showbiz Cheatsheet, Daily Express, Radar Online, and on her Muck Rack profile.

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