Taylor Frankie Paul has stirred speculation about a potential reconciliation with Chase McWhorter following her recent breakup with Dakota Mortensen. The rumors gained traction during the season three finale of the reality series, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which aired on November 13, 2024.
During a lunch meeting captured in the episode, McWhorter apologized for his past behavior towards Paul and her friends. The two reflected on their history together, jokingly suggesting they might share a kiss, a significant shift from their previous interactions. Their relationship has been complicated, particularly following Paul’s involvement in a “soft-swinging” scandal that attracted considerable media attention.
Before the show’s premiere in September 2024, Paul faced backlash due to her connections with various couples while still married to Tate Paul. This included her involvement with Miranda McWhorter and her then-husband, Chase. Taylor explained during season two, “Her husband was the one who had feelings for me. That’s where the story gets confusing.” She has denied ever trying to steal Chase from Miranda, asserting that their relationship was more complex than it appeared.
The fallout from this scandal led to a divorce between Taylor and Tate, who share two children, seven-year-old Indy and four-year-old Ocean. Paul subsequently began a relationship with Dakota Mortensen, with whom she welcomed a son, Ever, in 2024. However, that relationship ended amid allegations of infidelity against Mortensen.
Chase McWhorter, for his part, ended his marriage to Miranda in 2024. He has expressed regret over the events that transpired during this tumultuous period. In an interview with Us Weekly, he remarked, “I think we all have regrets. We probably should have not been there. But at the same time, why does this have to be a public thing?”
Details of the Soft-Swinging Scandal
Chase has shed light on the origins of the soft-swinging scandal, describing it as a series of events that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. “A bunch of our friends coming — couples — and then we’d all get trashed on alcohol and then, like, these games would come up,” he explained. He emphasized that the activities were never planned and were often misrepresented in the media.
In a surprising turn during the finale, Chase disclosed that he had recently ended a relationship with Kate, labeling his meeting with Taylor as a date. “I always thought you were one of the coolest people ever,” he told her, acknowledging that their past feelings had resurfaced. Taylor, in a confessional, admitted to being “a very flirty person,” indicating that their chemistry was undeniable.
As the season concluded, Chase playfully suggested they share a kiss for “old times’ sake.” Despite this, Taylor has since been cast as the lead on The Bachelorette, which may complicate any rekindled connection with Chase.
Reactions from the Cast
Chase’s name has also resurfaced in season three due to comments made on his podcast, OnlyDads, where he faced criticism from fellow cast members. Mayci Neeley described him as “a scumbag” during a confessional, while Mikayla Matthews expressed her discomfort with his past behavior towards the cast.
The ongoing drama surrounding Taylor, Chase, and their respective relationships continues to captivate fans of the show. As the story unfolds, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact their lives and careers moving forward.
