How Long Did Mormon Wives’ Taylor and Dakota Stay Together During Breakups?
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen have had a tumultuous relationship, making it challenging to track their timeline amidst numerous breakups. But how long were they actually together during their various public separations?
Taylor and Dakota began dating prior to the Hulu premiere of the show in September 2024. Dakota marked Taylor’s first public relationship after her divorce from Tate Paul, stemming from a widely publicized “soft swinging” scandal.
The couple has experienced significant ups and downs, including a domestic violence arrest, before welcoming their son Ever in March 2024. (Taylor also has two other children, Indy and Ocean, with Tate.)
“I wanted viewers to see more of me and my personality on a deeper level. I feel like I come across differently online than I do in conversation. This was my opportunity to share my story and present a fuller picture of who I am,” Taylor told Us Weekly exclusively just a month after the show’s debut.
During that time, the reality star expressed a wish for viewers to see Dakota’s “good soft side,” remarking that the show portrayed him unfairly. She noted, “It showed just defense, leading him to feel like he appeared as an ‘asshole’ to viewers during my pregnancy, which wasn’t reflective of how he treated me.”
Taylor and Dakota frequently ended and rekindled their relationship. Dakota expressed his concerns about their longevity early on, stating, “I was scared of how much I liked Taylor and was unsure of what she wanted, which made me hesitant to give my all.”
After a notable public split in 2025 due to Dakota’s sexting a family friend, Taylor signed on to be the next Bachelorette. As fans anticipate whether Dakota will attempt to revive their romance — possibly with an appearance on The Bachelorette — let’s dive into a detailed timeline of their relationship, including all the breaks in between:
July 2022 – February 2023 (215+ Days)
Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen began dating shortly after Taylor’s soft-swinging debacle and divorce from Tate Paul. In July 2022, Taylor hinted at a new relationship, officially debuting Dakota on her social media two months later.
After around a year together, Taylor was arrested for domestic violence in February 2023, facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault. Ultimately, she pleaded guilty to one charge while the others were dismissed through a plea deal six months later.
Despite their ups and downs, Dakota defended Taylor during this tumultuous time.
February 2023 – October 2024 (608+ Days)
After her arrest, it seemed Taylor and Dakota did not part ways, confirming their relationship status in June 2023. They filmed season 1 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and welcomed son Ever, thrusting their rollercoaster romance into the spotlight.
In September 2024, the series premiered on Hulu, spotlighting their tumultuous relationship with themes of infidelity, misunderstandings, and Taylor’s attendance at a Chippendales show complicating matters.
Reflecting later, Taylor admitted that watching their on-screen conflicts was difficult, revealing, “None of it is fabricated; it’s all genuine.” She expressed uncertainty about their relationship’s future, saying, “We’re not fully together, but not completely done either. I’m in a place of coping.”
November 2024 – December 2024 (30 Days)
Following their official reconciliation, Taylor and Dakota’s relationship became confusing when they announced they weren’t spending Christmas as a family. They later shared separate TikToks, hinting at their single statuses.
December 2024 – October 2025 (Unclear)
The timeline from Taylor and Dakota’s latest public breakup to her filming for season 22 of The Bachelorette remains vague. The couple reunited briefly several times, as showcased in seasons 3 and 4 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Before heading to the Bachelor Nation mansion, Taylor was asked during a September 2025 episode of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast about her last encounter with Dakota. She replied, “It’s over, and you’ll see that play out. I can’t quite recall.”
Taylor noted that she and Dakota likely hooked up at Stagecoach in April 2025 and “once after,” admitting, “It’s been quite confusing, to be honest.” Dakota commented on her TikTok post, stating, “1 or 2 times. Understood, lol.”
According to the trailer for season 4 of Mormon Wives — filmed in the weeks leading up to Taylor’s departure for The Bachelorette in October 2025 — it appears the couple may have reunited at least once more.
