Taylor Frankie Paul reveals why her engagement to Doug Mason ended after her shelved Bachelorette season on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 5!
Reality television star Taylor Frankie Paul has officially lifted the curtain on the dramatic end of her engagement to San Diego lifeguard and musician Doug Mason. Spilled during the five-episode drop of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 5 on Hulu, the 32-year-old #MomTok influencer broke down how her whirlwind relationship unraveled shortly after filming wrapped on her unreleased season of The Bachelorette. Produced by 20th Television and Lionsgate, the hit reality docuseries offers viewers an unvarnished look at the aftermath of Paul's un-aired dating venture.
Why Did Taylor Frankie Paul Break Up With Her Bachelorette Fiancé Doug Mason?
During Season 5 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Taylor revealed that her rapid engagement to Doug Mason was plagued by lingering ties to her past and red flags regarding Mason's true motivations.
- The Dakota Mortensen Factor: Upon returning home to Utah, Taylor reconnected and slept with her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen, creating emotional turmoil and lingering doubts about moving forward with Mason.
- Doubts Over Musical Ambitions: Taylor voiced concerns that Mason was acting distant after filming, asking for a three-day break in communication and maintaining a professional tone that made her question whether he used The Bachelorette to boost his aspiring music career.
- Family Disapproval and Relief: Paul acknowledged that her mother preferred two other finalists over Mason. She officially called off the engagement during a "happy couple" reunion, citing an immediate sense of relief.
Why Was Taylor Frankie Paul's Season of 'The Bachelorette' Never Aired?
The former couple's public narrative was made even more complex because ABC shelved Taylor's entire season of The Bachelorette prior to broadcast.
- Shelved Due to Past Controversy: Filmed in early 2026, network executives decided not to air the season after footage resurfaced connected to Paul's 2023 domestic violence arrest.
- Silence From Doug Mason: Mason has not publicly addressed the relationship breakdown or his status as the winner of the unaired dating season.
Stream all episodes of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 5 now on Hulu or via Disney+.