ABC has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated new season of The Bachelorette, which was set to feature TikTok star Taylor Frankie Paul as its lead. The decision comes after resurfaced footage of a 2023 domestic incident involving Paul and her then-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen sparked renewed public scrutiny.

Paul, who rose to fame as part of the “MomTok” influencer community, had been chosen to headline the franchise’s next season in an effort to attract younger viewers. However, the controversy surrounding her past legal troubles—including charges related to domestic abuse—proved too damaging for ABC to proceed.

In a statement, the network emphasized its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its programming: “We take allegations of abuse seriously and believe our platform must reflect values of respect and accountability.”