The new season of dating show The Bachelorette has been cancelled following domestic violence allegations against this season's star, ABC has announced. The Disney-owned network stated it made the decision to not proceed with the upcoming season after footage of Taylor Frankie Paul appeared to show her engaged in an altercation with her ex-partner.

Paul, a TikTok influencer known for her role in Hulu's *Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, was arrested in connection with the incident in 2023. Reports indicate that she pleaded guilty to aggravated assault. The new season was set to premiere this Sunday, and the network has yet to reveal its plans for the show's airtime.

A spokesperson from Disney Entertainment Television explained the decision to cancel the series was based on newly surfaced video evidence, implying the gravity of the situation played a significant role. Earlier this week, Paul appeared on *Good Morning America* to promote the show but expressed her discomfort over the recent events surrounding her personal life. She mentioned, Honestly, it's been a heavy time to see the headlines, especially during this time of 'The Bachelorette' being released. It was supposed to be a really exciting time.

In light of the ongoing issues, Paul's co-star Mikayla Matthews shared that production for their show has been put on hold as well, citing discomfort among the cast members to continue filming under the current circumstances. Previously, Paul gained notoriety in the #MomTok community on TikTok, sharing parenting tips and dance videos among young mothers.