Things are getting messy again in Utah, and this time, it’s not just rumors or vague accusations. A resurfaced video is putting Taylor Frankie Paul right back in the center of controversy, and the details are honestly hard to ignore. TMZ posted footage of an intense moment between the TV star and her ex, Dakota Mortensen.
The Utah-based reality star, already known for her headline-making personal life online as well as the series The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, is now facing renewed attention after footage from a 2023 incident was obtained and shared publicly. And let’s just say it’s not a good look for Taylor Frankie Paul.
Taylor Frankie Paul Assault Footage Causes Frenzy Surrounding Utah Reality Star
According to reports tied to the Utah incident, the video captures a chaotic altercation between Taylor and her former boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen. What starts as an argument quickly escalates into something much more serious.
In the footage, Dakota is seen attempting to record what’s happening, but things spiral fast. At one point, Taylor allegedly puts him in a headlock before backing off… only to charge at him again moments later.
And it doesn’t stop there. The situation reportedly intensifies when Taylor grabs a metal barstool and throws it at him. As the confrontation continues, more objects are allegedly thrown, turning what was already a volatile moment into something outright dangerous.
What makes it even more disturbing is what’s happening in the background.
A Child Caught in the Middle
During the altercation, one of Taylor’s children was present which adds an entirely different level of concern to the situation. As the argument unfolds, Dakota can be heard yelling “your daughter is sitting right there”, seemingly trying to get control of the chaos.
According to police reports, the child, a young girl, was struck during the incident and later had what was described as a “goose egg on her head.” The sound of the child crying during the confrontation only adds to how unsettling the entire scene is.
At that point, this stops being just relationship drama and becomes something much more serious.
Police Involvement and Legal Fallout
Authorities were called to the Utah residence after a neighbor reported the disturbance. Officers arrived on the scene and attempted to separate the two as the situation unfolded.
During the incident, Taylor can reportedly be heard shouting “you threw me” multiple times, later claiming that Dakota had been physical with her prior to what was captured on video.
Ultimately, the footage became a key piece of evidence in the legal case that followed.
Taylor later pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, a felony, and was sentenced to three years of probation. If she completes that probation successfully, which is set to end in August, the conviction will not remain on her record.
It’s also worth noting that several other charges were dropped as part of the agreement, including allegations tied to domestic violence in front of a child and child abuse.
Ongoing Drama Isn’t Slowing Down
If this all feels like a lot, that’s because it is, and apparently, the situation between Taylor and Dakota hasn’t exactly cooled off. There have been ongoing allegations of conflict between the two, and reports indicate that an investigation involving child welfare authorities is still open. Both parties have also been ordered to undergo psychological evaluations, suggesting that concerns extend beyond just one incident.
Meanwhile, Taylor’s representative is pushing back hard against the narrative, accusing Dakota of stirring things up again. In a statement, they said, “It’s sad to see the latest installment of his never-ending, desperate, attention-seeking, destructive campaign to harm Taylor without any regard for the consequences for their child.”
The statement didn’t stop there, adding, “Releasing an old and selectively edited video on their son’s birthday is a reprehensible attempt to distract from his own behavior.” clearly, there are two very different sides to this story, and both are digging in.
Fans Want Taylor Frankie Paul Canceled
All of this drama is starting to bleed into Taylor’s professional life as well. Filming for Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has reportedly been paused, with other cast members unwilling to continue amid the chaos. Meanwhile, Taylor has also canceled her appearance with Jimmy Fallon amid the drama.
“How can ABC even think about airing The Bachelorette with her?? How did they not properly vet this psychopath of a woman. This video is insane. Cancel her NOW!!!!” one person commented online. “I agree !!! Watching that video made me feel sick. She needs to be canceled!” said another.
And yet, despite everything, Taylor Frankie Paul is still scheduled to appear on The Bachelorette, which is set to premiere soon, a move that will likely bring even more attention to the situation.
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