Taylor Frankie Paul Posts Singing Shower Video With Daughter Amid Abuse Allegations

The reality TV star continues to share family moments online as she faces domestic violence claims.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:23pm

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Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV personality, has posted a video of herself singing in the shower with her 8-year-old daughter Indy, amid ongoing domestic violence allegations and a custody dispute with her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen. The video has received both criticism and support from fans as Paul navigates her legal troubles.

Why it matters

Paul's social media activity and family moments come as she faces serious allegations of domestic violence, including claims that she physically assaulted Mortensen and did so in the presence of their child. The case has led to a temporary protective order against Paul and the cancellation of her upcoming Bachelorette season, highlighting the complex personal and professional fallout from such allegations.

The details

In the video posted to Instagram, Paul is seen singing in the shower while her daughter dances in front of the bathroom mirror. The post was captioned 'Just keep swimming... with some singing' and 'My mini with sass.' While some fans criticized Paul's actions, others offered praise and support as she navigates the ongoing legal issues with Mortensen. Authorities have opened two domestic violence investigations into the former couple, with Mortensen accusing Paul of 'scratching' him and physically assaulting him during a dispute. Paul has denied the allegations and claimed Mortensen has been abusive towards her. Mortensen was previously awarded temporary custody of the couple's child and a temporary protective order against Paul.

  • On February 23, authorities opened a domestic assault investigation into Paul and Mortensen.
  • In March 2023, video surfaced of a previous domestic dispute between Paul and Mortensen, in which Paul was seen physically assaulting and throwing chairs at Mortensen in the presence of their daughter.
  • After the 2023 video surfaced, Paul pleaded guilty to aggravated assault in exchange for other charges to be dismissed.
  • Hours after the 2023 video surfaced, ABC announced that Paul's upcoming Bachelorette season was canceled.

The players

Taylor Frankie Paul

A 31-year-old reality TV star who has been involved in a domestic violence dispute with her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen, leading to investigations, a temporary protective order, and the cancellation of her upcoming Bachelorette season.

Dakota Mortensen

Paul's ex-boyfriend who has accused her of domestic violence, including 'scratching' him and physically assaulting him during a dispute. Mortensen was awarded temporary custody of the couple's child and a temporary protective order against Paul.

Indy

Paul's 8-year-old daughter who was present during at least one of the alleged domestic violence incidents between her mother and Mortensen.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Taylor Frankie Paul out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex personal and professional fallout that can result from domestic violence allegations, as well as the challenges faced by public figures in navigating such sensitive situations while maintaining a public presence.