"The casting of Paul, who shot to viral fame in 2022 for a soft-swinging scandal among Mormon influencers, as the first Bachelorette without pre-existing ties to the franchise was supposed to be a savvy bit of Disney synergy."
"By Tuesday, multiple outlets reported that production on the fifth season of Mormon Wives was down, as cast members refused to interact with Paul."
"To anyone with even a cursory understanding of the Mormon Wives franchise or time to Google, this debacle is sadly predictable."
"This mess, which has drawn the attention of people previously unaware of MomTok or the Bachelorette, is sad, troubling or too complex for entertainment."
Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality star, became embroiled in a domestic violence investigation, impacting Disney's Hulu and ABC networks. Production on the fifth season of Mormon Wives halted as cast members distanced themselves from Paul. A leaked video showed Paul in a violent incident, leading to the cancellation of The Bachelorette just days before its premiere. This situation highlights the risks of prioritizing influencer appeal over careful casting decisions, resulting in substantial financial repercussions for ABC.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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