In brief
The new season of The Bachelorette has been officially canceled by ABC after domestic violence allegations emerged against star Taylor Frankie Paul. The decision follows leaked footage depicting an incident with her ex-partner, leading the network to reevaluate the show's future. Paul has faced legal repercussions previously, pleading guilty to aggravated assault in the related case.
The new season of dating show The Bachelorette has been cancelled following domestic violence allegations against this season's star, ABC has said. The Disney-owned network stated it had 'made the decision to not move forward with the new season at this time' after footage emerged on Thursday showing Taylor Frankie Paul in an altercation with her ex-partner. Paul, a TikTok influencer, had been arrested in relation to the 2023 incident and pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, according to US media. Originally set to premiere on Sunday, ABC did not specify what will replace The Bachelorette in its timeslot. A spokesperson remarked on the pull of the season, stating it was 'in light of the newly released video just surfaced today', which was published by TMZ. Paul had also participated in ABC's Good Morning America earlier this week, where she addressed the allegations and expressed her disappointment regarding the unfolding events.
