Mormon Wives Star Opens Up About Co-Star's Struggle After Custody Battle

Jessi Draper discussed Taylor Frankie Paul amid the ongoing scandal involving her "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" co-star. Draper recently spoke to Paul just before her interview on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast.

Updates from Jessi Draper

Draper mentioned that Paul seemed positive despite facing a challenging situation. She praised Paul for always being truthful and expressed confidence in her ability to handle the situation well.

Draper criticized Paul's ex, Dakota Mortensen, for allegedly leaking stories to the media. She confirmed her belief that he revealed details about an investigation into a domestic violence incident in February.

Impact on the Show

Production of Season 5 of "SLOMW" has been halted due to these developments. Draper stated that the cast is focusing on dealing with personal issues before resuming filming.

Legal and Personal Repercussions

The scandal led to Paul's season of "The Bachelorette" being canceled and her temporarily losing custody of her son, Ever. Recent reports indicate she is under investigation for a previous domestic violence incident.

Despite these challenges, Draper expressed disappointment at Paul's removal from "The Bachelorette," noting a positive change in Paul's demeanor after filming the show.

If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.