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Whitney Leavitt Speaks Out After Scandal

Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt has broken her silence on the domestic violence scandal involving Taylor Frankie Paul.Last week, Paul's season of The Bachelor...

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March 26, 2026

Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt has broken her silence on the scandal involving Taylor Frankie Paul.

Last week, just days before its premiere after disturbing 2023 footage of her attacking her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen in front of her eight-year-old daughter was released.

Amid the scandal, it was also revealed that Hulu has halted production on season five of The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives, which stars both Paul and Leavitt and is among the streamer's top shows.

Without mentioning Paul by name, Leavitt, 32, addressed the ongoing drama for the first time while speaking to Interview Magazine on Wednesday.

'I have a lot of emotions about it and I'm still processing everything that's happening, but the safety of human beings, especially children, comes first,' she began.

'Always, period, the end. And I don't want that to be tolerated. I don't want that to be overlooked.

Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt has broken her silence on the domestic violence scandal involving Taylor Frankie Paul

'It's just so fresh. That's all I have to say about that.'

Leavitt's statement comes amid uncertainty about the future of The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives as production has reportedly been on hold for weeks.

Leavitt and Paul star together on the hit Hulu series, which is currently on pause due to the scandal

Without mentioning Paul by name, Leavitt told Interview Magazine that she is 'still processing everything that's happening but the safety of human beings, especially children, comes first'; (L-R) Paul, Jessi Draper and Leavitt seen in 2025

The outlet's source claimed that nothing will happen with the Hulu show 'until findings can be reviewed by ABC.'

The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for Hulu and ABC for comment.

This comes as Paul is now under investigation over a.

A spokesperson for the West Jordan, Police department told NBC News Mortensen accused Paul of domestic violence in a 2024 incident.

In a statement obtained by The Daily Mail, the West Jordan police said: 'The West Jordan Police Department is currently investigating an incident involving Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen.

'The allegations were reported at the end of February 2026, and detectives have reviewed video believed to have been recorded in early to mid-2024.

'Investigators are actively working to gather and verify information and are in the process of interviewing those involved. At this time, no charges have been filed, as the investigation remains ongoing.

'We recognize there is significant public interest in this case; however, it is being handled in the same manner as any other investigation. Our procedures and standards are applied consistently and without exception.'

No other details are available over what allegedly transpired, however the spokesperson told NBC News the police were contacted by Mortensen last month over the matter.

The spokesperson said the department is now reviewing numerous videos tied to the alleged incident to sort out the timeline and other details.

Last week, disturbing 2023 footage of Paul attacking her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen in front of her eight-year-old daughter was released

Hours later, Paul's season of The Bachelorette was scrapped by ABC just days before it was set to premiere

The police only have Mortensen's version of events and have not yet communicated with Paul, the spokesperson said. Her attorneys have been in contact with investigators.

Representatives for Paul were unable to comment. The Daily Mail has also sought comment from Mortensen but did not immediately hear back.

After the cancellation, the reality star, who made her name appearing on Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, released a statement alleging she suffered 'extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation' in silence for years; seen on March 15

Mortensen was granted a restraining order against Paul on Friday after characterizing her as an 'immediate threat' to his safety.

After the cancellation, the reality star released a statement alleging she suffered 'extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation' in silence for years.

'Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm,' the rep said.

They further claimed Paul has been staying quiet 'out of fear of further abuse, retaliation, and public shaming' and is now 'seeking support,' going through her options and 'preparing to own and share her story.'

Mortensen has since denied 'baseless claims' made about himself and their relationship in a statement for The Daily Mail.

In a statement, he said: 'As anyone who has seen the video will understand, this is a deeply upsetting situation. I am, unfortunately, used to these baseless claims about me and our relationship, which I categorically deny.

'I am focusing on our son and his safety, and hope that Taylor will do the same.'

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