In the world of reality TV, alliances can shift quickly, and no one knows this better than Jessi Draper, a star of the hit show Mormon Wives. Recently, Jessi has made a dramatic change in her stance on her co-star Taylor Frankie Paul, going from criticizing her to providing a full-throated defense.
What Led to Jessi’s Change of Heart?
According to a voice memo obtained by our team, Jessi sent to her friend Dakota Mortensen in March, she and the rest of the cast were initially aligned in holding back on public support for Taylor. In the memo, Jessi expressed the cast’s concerns about Taylor’s behavior, stating that they knew the “truth” about her situation with Dakota. The cast felt that production and management on the show were gaslighting them by portraying Taylor as a victim and Dakota as a liar.
Jessi also shared that the cast viewed the situation between Taylor and Dakota as not only serious but also dangerous, particularly when it came to the well-being of their children. She expressed concerns that Taylor’s lack of accountability would be harmful and suggested that seeing videos of Taylor’s violent behavior might help the cast understand the situation better. Mikayla Matthews was singled out as being “the most vocal” about wanting to see footage.
The Brutal 2023 Attack and Its Aftermath
It’s unclear if the cast ever saw the footage related to the 2026 domestic violence claims, but a couple of weeks after Jessi sent the message to Dakota, TMZ obtained and published a video of Taylor’s brutal 2023 attack on Dakota. This led to Taylor’s Bachelorette season being shelved.
Jessi’s message expressed sympathy for both Taylor and Dakota, lamenting that “no one wins.” However, since then, Jessi has done an about-face and is now helping Taylor in her restraining order battle against Dakota, filing a declaration on her behalf.
The Hearing and Jessi’s New Role
During the hearing on Thursday, Taylor’s lawyer mentioned a conversation Jessi walked in on, where she found Dakota and his roommate, Cru Ethan, kicking around a plan to release the infamous video of Taylor. This revelation has sparked questions about Jessi’s new role in supporting Taylor and whether her change of heart is genuine.
What Does This Mean for the Future of Mormon Wives?
The dramatic shift in Jessi’s support for Taylor has left fans wondering what this means for the future of Mormon Wives. Will the show continue to feature Taylor, or will her behavior be too much for the cast and production to handle? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the drama surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul is far from over.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What led to Jessi’s change of heart in supporting Taylor Frankie Paul?
- What was the content of the voice memo Jessi sent to Dakota Mortensen in March?
- What happened during the hearing on Thursday, and how did Jessi’s new role affect the proceedings?
- What does this mean for the future of Mormon Wives?
The drama surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul and her castmates on Mormon Wives is a complex and ever-changing situation. As more information comes to light, one thing is certain: the reality TV world will be watching with bated breath to see how this story unfolds.








