Taylor Frankie Paul Wears Cheeky Shirt After 'Bachelorette' Cancellation

The reality star appeared unfazed by the show's abrupt end following a 2023 video of her attacking her ex-partner.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:41pm

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Taylor Frankie Paul was photographed wearing a provocative sweatshirt that read "Can't Wait To Sleep With You" while out in Salt Lake City, Utah, just days after her season of "The Bachelorette" was abruptly canceled by ABC. The 31-year-old reality star seemed in good spirits despite the show's demise, which came after a 2023 video surfaced of her attacking her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen while their young daughter was present.

Why it matters

Paul's "Bachelorette" season was pulled due to the disturbing 2023 video, which raised concerns about her behavior and the safety of the show's production. The cancellation is expected to cost ABC tens of millions of dollars, and several contestants are now considering legal action against the network and production company.

The details

In the photos, Paul is seen wearing the blue Nodpod sweatshirt with the provocative message, paired with an oversized pink t-shirt and baggy pants. She appeared to be in good spirits, grinning as she was photographed. The sweatshirt retails for $42. Paul's season of "The Bachelorette" was scheduled to premiere on Sunday but was abruptly canceled after the 2023 video of her attacking Mortensen was released by TMZ. Mortensen, who shares a 2-year-old son with Paul, denied her allegations.

  • Paul's season of 'The Bachelorette' was scheduled to premiere on Sunday, March 24, 2026.
  • The 2023 video of Paul attacking her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen was released by TMZ prior to the season premiere.

The players

Taylor Frankie Paul

A 31-year-old reality star whose season of "The Bachelorette" was canceled by ABC following the release of a 2023 video showing her attacking her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen.

Dakota Mortensen

Paul's ex-partner, with whom she shares a 2-year-old son. Mortensen denied Paul's allegations against him.

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What they’re saying

“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.”

— Dakota Mortensen

What’s next

Five contestants from Paul's canceled season of "The Bachelorette" are reportedly considering bringing a lawsuit against ABC and Warner Bros. Discovery, claiming the production company created an unsafe working environment by allowing Paul to be in intimate settings with them given her past history.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the complex and sensitive issues surrounding domestic violence allegations and the responsibility of reality TV producers to ensure the safety and well-being of their participants. The cancellation of Paul's "Bachelorette" season and the potential legal fallout underscore the need for greater accountability and transparency in the industry.