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Bachelorette Axed: Fight Video Surfaces, Star Paid Anyway
26 Mar
Summary
- Bachelorette season canceled days before premiere due to ex-boyfriend fight video.
- Star Taylor Frankie Paul reportedly to receive her full salary despite cancellation.
- Maura Higgins rumored as potential replacement Bachelorette after cancellation.
A season of The Bachelorette, set to feature Taylor Frankie Paul, was unexpectedly canceled by ABC only three days before its scheduled premiere. The abrupt decision followed the circulation of a video depicting Paul in a physical altercation with her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen. Despite the show's cancellation, reports suggest that Paul is still set to receive her full take-home salary, which is rumored to be in the six figures.
The cancellation has left viewers disappointed and has sparked rumors about who might step in as the new Bachelorette. Unverified claims circulating online suggest that Maura Higgins, known for her appearances on Love Island and The Traitors, is being considered by ABC for the role. Higgins herself responded cryptically to these rumors with an eye-emoji, leaving her potential involvement open to speculation. Prior to the cancellation, spoilers indicated that Paul had given her final rose to Doug Manson, and they were even engaged. However, their relationship reportedly ended shortly after.
Further spoilers alluded to an on-camera meltdown experienced by Paul when questioned about a 2023 arrest during a date with Casey Hux. The show's cancellation also reportedly led to discussions among contestants about potentially suing ABC.
