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6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
NYC's First 'Dirty Soda' Shop, Cool Sips, Reviewed
Dirty soda is having a moment thanks to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. If you haven't heard of this viral drink phenomenon, it involves combining fountain drinks with flavored syrups and creamers. The invention of dirty soda is largely credited to Swig, a dirty soda shop started in Saint George, Utah, in 2010. Since 2010, Swig has expanded to over 100 locations across 15 states. So while dirty soda has been part of Utah/Mormon culture for a while now, most people heard about it for the first time while watching the Hulu reality series. 'Utah is like the land of the Mormon bar, which are all the soda shops that we have. There's one on every corner,' Jessi Ngatikaura explained in episode five of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives when the cast members made a trip to Swig. 'It's kind of our vice,' MomToker Demi Engemann added. Needless to say, reactions have been mixed. Since the show's second season premiered this May, dirty soda is practically all the cast has been asked about. The members of MomTok recently reshared their go-to dirty soda orders with E! News, and cast members Taylor Frankie Paul and Whitney Levitt even made dirty soda on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Since the show's premiere, many have been eager to see what dirty soda is all about, including me. Many have posted themselves trying this viral soda craze, either by DIYing their drink, taking a trip to Swig, or getting one at another chain. While we don't have Swig in New York, we do have Cool Sips, New York's only dedicated dirty soda shop. The first Cool Sips location opened by Rockefeller Center in March 2024, six months before SLOMW premiered (talk about timing). Since then, they've opened two locations: one in the Seaport and one on the Upper East Side, whicvh just opened this April. Of course, I had to check it out. So on a sunny day in New York, I sauntered over to Cool Sips' Upper East Side location. Hey, you! Want to cook thousands of recipes in step-by-step mode from the comfort of your own phone? Download the free Tasty app right now. The shop was small, but not uncomfortably so, with three tables and a subtle surfer vibe. As I headed inside, some Youths™ were just leaving, which made me think how it's probably a great place for kids to go after school, much like how boba shops in New York have been. Cool Sips can actually be seen on a TODAY Show segment where Jessi and co-star Layla Taylor make dirty sodas live. Not all the ingredients they used were available on the Cool Sips menu, so I went for one SLOMW cast order and two of the store's other most popular drinks. I placed a pickup order on the app a few minutes before I got there, and they were ready when I arrived (score!). As I made my way to a table to try my drinks, I couldn't help but wonder, 'will MomTok survive this?!' Of course, I had to try MomTok Queen Taylor Frankie Paul's favorite dirty soda, which is Dr. Pepper, coconut, lime, and vanilla cream. This is also Jen Affleck's order, and similar to Jessi's. While I know some people freak out over the idea of creamer in their soda, since I've had things like egg creams and root beer floats, it wasn't outlandish to me. Cool Sips had a similar drink, one of their most popular orders called the 'Dirty Dirty.' All I had to do was substitute the half and half for vanilla cream to get the MomTok experience. I also opted for diet soda and sugar-free syrups. My friend who tagged along for the trip made a really good point that the Dirty Dirty looked exactly like an iced coffee — considering dirty soda is a substitute for coffee of sorts, could this be intentional? I thought I knew what this flavor was going to taste like. I was wrong. While I assumed the taste would be really dynamic, in reality, all the flavors blended together. I couldn't taste the lime or vanilla at all — I just got a creamy, vague soda taste. On to other Cool Sips favorites. I tried the Dewey, made with Starry Lemon-Lime, pineapple, and coconut. Like with the Dirty Dirty, I subbed sugar-free syrups. This was my favorite of the three flavors — it tasted like Fanta Piña Colada and was super-refreshing. I could imagine the soda being really satisfying on a hot day. The last flavor I tried was the Tybee, one of their 'Stuffed Sips.' This drink featured Orange Gatorade, strawberry, vanilla cream, and strawberry jellies. I once more went for sugar-free syrup and confirmed with the store that the jellies don't contain gelatin. Gelatin is typically made from pig collagen, so it can be an issue for vegetarians/vegans or for those who avoid pork for religious reasons. Technically not a soda, my first thought about this flavor is that you really have to like orange Gatorade to like this flavor. The Gatorade-ness of it all was strong — I would have preferred the drink with orange soda for the taste and carbonation. I also couldn't taste the cream. However, I did like the combination of orange and strawberry, which together almost tasted like grapefruit. And I loved the large, chewy, strawberry jellies. So, would I go back to NYC's dirty soda shop? Next time I need a spot to go to to catch up with a friend or have a meeting at, I'm definitely going to suggest Cool Sips. After all, coffee shops can get a little boring. While the sodas aren't cheap, they're not far off from New York café prices. l'd also love to try more flavors or even make my own custom one. I feel closer to MomTok now, all without ever leaving New York. Would you try dirty soda? Let us know what you think about the trend in the comments. 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02-07-2025
- Entertainment
'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Jennifer Affleck welcomes baby girl with husband
" Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star Jennifer Affleck has welcomed a new baby with her husband Zac Affleck. On Wednesday, Jennifer Affleck took to Instagram and announced that the couple had welcomed a baby girl. "Baby Penelope is here 🤍 & she is perfect," she wrote in the caption of a joint Instagram post with her husband. She wrote that she delivered Penelope "unmedicated," calling the birth "truly the most painful but empowering experience of my life." "I could not have done it without Zac and my supportive doula!" she added. "I'm so grateful and so happy that Penny is earth side now." In her Instagram story, Jennifer Affleck shared her daughter's full name: Penelope Phyliss Affleck. Jennifer and Zac Affleck are also parents to son Lucas and daughter Nora. The "SLOMW" star first announced she was expecting her third child earlier this year. At the time, she faced criticism from some on social media who said that she had "wasted her twenties." She took to Instagram to address the negative comments about getting married at a young age and said that she "wouldn't trade it for anything." "Getting married at 20 and having three kids by 25 has taught us so much along the way," Jennifer Affleck, 25, wrote about her marriage to her husband of almost six years. "When we first met, there were many obstacles preventing us from tying the knot," she continued. "We came from two different worlds, had no life experience, no established careers, and no plan." She added, "But one thing we knew for sure was that we loved each other. We understood it wouldn't be easy due to our differences, but we believed it would be worth it." Season 2 of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" premiered on Hulu in May this year. The show follows a group of Utah-based TikTok influencers as they navigate their lives following a swinging sex scandal that made international headlines. Dancing with the Stars," which premieres later this year.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ketamine, swinging, teen pregnancies & cheating scandals – the shocking scandals of the modern day Mormon church
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIFE in the Mormon Church has been kept behind closed doors for the most part - that is, until a fly on the wall Disney show took over our TV screens. Our favourite reality shows need a generous dose controversy to keep the audience engaged - which is exactly what Taylor Frankie Paul and her gang provide in Secret Wives of Mormon Wives. 7 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is back on our TV screens - and this time, with even more drama and controversy Credit: alamy/hulu 7 Taylor Frankie Paul, 30, claims the no-drinking and other rules get broken regularly Credit: Instagram/taylorfrankiepaul 7 From cheating scandals to ketamine use, the popular show gives a shocking peek inside the Mormon community Credit: instagram/Whitney Leavitt Strict Mormon rules dictate no sex before marriage, a ban on coffee and booze whilst adultery ''is unequivocally condemned by the Lord''. But Taylor Frankie Paul, 30, the creator of 'MomTok' claims these rules get regularly broken. It all started on TikTok, where many Mormon wives, including Taylor Frankie Paul, Nara Smith and Hannah from Ballerina Farm, were able to make mega cash. Men are typically the breadwinners in the Church, while many (although not all) women stay at home with the kids. Like any other religion, Mormonism, or the Latter Day Saint (LDS) movement, has a clear set of values and moral codes its worshippers have to follow and abide by. But while alcohol and caffeinated drinks, including black tea, are off the table for its followers, what really goes on inside the community is a life of debauchery. From soft swinging to drug taking, cheating scandals and teen pregnancies, Disney's series 2 reveals even more about the dark side of Mormonism. FULL SWING 'MomTok' exploded on TikTok during lockdown, but SLOMW star Taylor blew the whole thing up in May 2022 - when she posted a video announcing her split from her husband. She later revealed she, her husband and other Mormon couples (who she has never publicly named) were "soft swingers". Camille Munday and Miranda McWhorter, who Taylor had often previously joked were her 'sister wives', were drawn into the scandal by internet sleuths. Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives FINALLY reveals stunning swinger from group sex sessions in first look at series two Both women denied being a part of the parties and declined to be on the resulting reality show... until now. Miranda's explosive appearance on SLOMW was one of the big draws of the new series, and her former friends were soon grilling her on camera. Miranda, who is now a single mum, admitted she DID go to the parties but insisted the furthest she went was games of Spin the Bottle. She continues to deny that anything more sexual happened. 7 Miranda, now a single mum, admitted that she DID go to the swinger parties Credit: instagram/Miranda McWhorter Speaking on the Viall Podcast, Taylor said she was "drinking and partying" with her friends when "the guys were like, 'You girls should make out. Make out. It's hot.' And we were like, 'OK, it's hot.' So we make out. "And that's that and I feel like I had done that in my younger years so it wasn't a big deal to me. 'And then it was like, 'Let's take off your clothes and do lingerie pictures together while making out.' It just escalated." A game of blindfolded spin the bottle came later, with Taylor revealing how the other women's husbands would kiss her and she'd have to guess who it was. But there was one couple in particular she and her husband were invested in - and discussed going all the way with, before deciding not to. Taylor claims she had already developed feelings for her friend's husband and he had felt the same - leading to them going 'all the way' and directly causing her divorce. She has never named him or his wife. Who is Taylor Paul? Taylor Frankie Paul is a social media influencer primarily known for her presence on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Here is a general timeline of her career: Rise to Fame 2020: Taylor begins to gain popularity on TikTok. Her content primarily features comedy, dance routines, and lifestyle videos. She quickly amasses a large following due to her engaging and relatable content. Late 2020: By the end of the year, Taylor has become one of the more recognisable faces on TikTok, especially within the "Mormon MomTok" community, which consists of Mormon mothers sharing their lives and experiences. Career Highlights 2021: Taylor continues to grow her influence on TikTok and expands her presence to other social media platforms such as Instagram. She collaborates with other influencers and brands, further increasing her visibility. 2022: Taylor's personal life becomes a topic of interest as she shares more about her experiences and challenges, resonating with many of her followers. Her authenticity helps her maintain a loyal fan base. 2023: Taylor remains active on social media, continuing to create content that appeals to her audience. She explores new opportunities, including potential partnerships and brand deals. Personal Life Taylor is open about her life as a mother and often includes her children in her content. She also shares insights into her marriage and family dynamics, which are a significant part of her online persona. Current Activities As of 2023, Taylor Frankie Paul continues to be a prominent figure in the social media landscape. She is active on various platforms and engages with her audience through regular posts and interactions. Please note that specific dates and events may vary as Taylor's career is continually evolving, and new developments can occur. KETAMINE USE Despite alcohol and caffeine being banned, Utah mum Jen Affleck claimed ketamine use is a "grey area" for the Church, while filming herself using the drug with her husband. Jen, 25, met her future hubby Zac Affleck on a Mormon dating app when she was 18. After getting tying the knot in 2019, they had their first child, a daughter named Nora, in 2021, and a son named Luca in 2023. When the #MomTok ladies ended up at a Chippendales show in Las Vegas, she and Zac had a huge row, which played out on series 1 of the show. Jen told her co-stars Zac said he 'didn't want to be married to her' if she 'does stuff like this''. Season 2 sees the couple to attempt to work this out, with controversial ketamine therapy. 7 The pair resorted to controversial ketamine therapy to work on their marriage Credit: instagram/hulu "Zac and I will definitely have a lot to work on, and ketamine therapy is supposed to reset a lot of past traumas or habits you've created," Jen explained in a confessional. Ketamine is a "dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects," according to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The drug "distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control," and "can induce a state of sedation (feeling calm and relaxed), immobility, relief from pain, and amnesia''. In 2019, America's Food and Drug Administration approved a nasal spray called esketamine, derived from ketamine, as a medication for depression. Ketamine therapy - which is currently not legal in the UK - is a treatment that uses low doses of the drug in order to manage various mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Ketamine is in the gray area when it comes to the church Jen Affleck Acknowledging that people might have strong feelings about a member of the Mormon Church trying such unconventional methods, Jen explained: "Ketamine is in the grey area when it comes to the church. "Yeah, the church doesn't promote ketamine, but it's definitely not like a commandment exactly," she noted. "Ketamine is a pure example of how much he's willing to do to show up for the relationship," Jen concluded, before the couple were each given an IV dose in a special facility. "Never thought we'd get to this point where we'd be doing drugs together," Jen laughed. TV viewers also saw the mum lose focus for a second before sharing, "Oh, it hit me. It's hitting me right now. The room is spinning." The couple could be seen napping during the therapy, and later connected through dreams they had about their early dates. CHEAT SHEET 7 Whitney Leavitt's husband Conner was caught using Tinder to flirt with other women Credit: instagram/whitleavitt With adultery being utterly condemned by God, you'd think those in the limelight would be more careful. But it seems that some can't resist a bit of danger - including Whitney Leavitt's husband Conner, who was caught using Tinder to flirt with other women on Secret Wives. Whitney clarified that while there was no physical cheating, the issue has been going on for "our whole marriage." "Full on conversations with women and pictures and all of that stuff," she said, explaining Conner was both sending and receiving nude photos. "It makes me feel like my whole marriage was just like a lie." Of course, there's also the issue of Taylor swinging with her ex-husband and a group of their friends. And her latest relationship, which led to the birth of her third child, is now in trouble too. After months of denial from baby daddy Dakota, episode 1 of season 2 sees Taylor sit down with Jenna - who is rumoured to be his 'other woman'. Jenna confirmed Dakota had hooked up with her while dating Taylor, in the early days of their relationship and before she got pregnant. "I was the night girl that you came over to at night, and you were asking her (Jenna) on day dates and telling her cute things. I feel like a piece of f***ing trash," Taylor sobbed on camera. GETTING DRUNK According to the church, coffee and tea were banned as part of the Word of Wisdom from God as they claim in the 18th century it was used as a substitute for alcohol - also a big no-no among believers. However, some of the rule-breaking Mormon wives are seen enjoying vodka and wine, especially Jessi who says it doesn't affect her belief in the church. Taylor even shared a recent TikTok video of herself sipping a cup of coffee as she went to clean her house - and we can't blame her being a busy mum-of-three with a newborn. She was also arrested in 2022 which was captured on the show after getting drunk and throwing a chair at her partner, but has now been sober for over a year. Many Mormons, and the church, claim that some rules shouldn't be questioned and simply taken as the Word of God. 7 Taylor was arrested at her home after consuming alcohol and has since sworn off it Credit: Herriman City Police department TEEN PREGNANCIES They say that good things come in threes, and that certainly seems to be the case for the cast of this reality TV series. Back in February, within the space of ten days, three of the eight MomTok creators announced that they are expecting. Jen Affleck, Mikayla Matthews and Mayci Neeley each uploaded wholesome snaps with their families dressed in shades of white and cream - and their baby bumps on full display. One of them, Mikalyla, currently has three children with husband Jace Terry - son Beckham, seven, and daughters Tommie, three and Haven, five. The 24-year-old became a mum for the first time as a teenager. 'I had my first kid at 17. I didn't even know what I liked to do anymore because I was just a mum. That's what I did,' she told in September 2024. Sharing the wonderful news of the latest family addition, Mikayla told People: 'It was definitely a surprise! 'We were not planning or trying. I miss my period a lot with my health issues, so for me it's normal to sometimes be off track. 'It's so wild to me that we'll be a family of six. I feel like it's the Mormon in me coming out,' the 24-year-old added. 'I'm surrounded by Mormon culture still and my husband's siblings all have so many kids,' she continued. 'They're like, 'Once you hit three kids, you can have 10 kids,' That's kind of the mindset I have." CHURCH'S SAY In a statement released by the church prior to the TV show's release they called out recent "productions" that depict Latter-day Saints in an inaccurate fashion. "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, like other prominent global faith communities, often finds itself the focus of the attention of the entertainment industry," the statement read. "Some portrayals are fair and accurate, but others resort to stereotypes or gross misrepresentations that are in poor taste."
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ketamine, swinging, teen pregnancies & cheating scandals – the shocking scandals of the modern day Mormon church
LIFE in the Mormon Church has been kept behind closed doors for the most part - that is, until a fly on the wall Disney show took over our TV screens. Our favourite reality shows need a generous dose controversy to keep the audience engaged - which is exactly what Taylor Frankie Paul and her gang provide in 7 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is back on our TV screens - and this time, with even more drama and controversy Credit: alamy/hulu 7 Taylor Frankie Paul, 30, claims the no-drinking and other rules get broken regularly Credit: Instagram/taylorfrankiepaul 7 From cheating scandals to ketamine use, the popular show gives a shocking peek inside the Mormon community Credit: instagram/Whitney Leavitt Strict Mormon rules dictate no sex before marriage, a ban on coffee and booze whilst adultery ''is But Taylor Frankie Paul, 30, the creator of 'MomTok' claims these rules get regularly broken. It all started on TikTok, where many Mormon wives, including Taylor Frankie Paul, Men are typically the breadwinners in the Church, while many (although not all) women stay at home with the kids. Like any other religion, Mormonism, or the Latter Day Saint (LDS) movement, has a clear set of values and moral codes its worshippers have to follow and abide by. But while alcohol and really goes on inside the community is a life of debauchery. From soft swinging to FULL SWING 'MomTok' exploded on TikTok during lockdown, but SLOMW star Taylor blew the whole thing up in May 2022 - when she posted a video announcing her split from her husband. Most read in Fabulous She later revealed she, her husband and other Mormon couples (who she has never publicly named) were "soft swingers". Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives FINALLY reveals stunning swinger from group sex sessions in first look at series two Both women denied being a part of the parties and declined to be on the resulting reality show... until now. Miranda's explosive appearance on SLOMW was one of the big draws of the new series, and her former friends were soon grilling her on camera. Miranda, who is now a single mum, admitted she DID go to the parties but insisted the furthest she went was games of Spin the Bottle. She continues to deny that anything more sexual happened. 7 Miranda, now a single mum, admitted that she DID go to the swinger parties Credit: instagram/Miranda McWhorter Speaking on the Viall Podcast, Taylor said she was "drinking and partying" with her friends when "the guys were like, 'You girls should make out. Make out. It's hot.' And we were like, 'OK, it's hot.' So we make out. "And that's that and I feel like I had done that in my younger years so it wasn't a big deal to me. 'And then it was like, 'Let's take off your clothes and do lingerie pictures together while making out.' It just escalated." A game of blindfolded spin the bottle came later, with Taylor revealing how the other women's husbands would kiss her and she'd have to guess who it was. But there was one couple in particular she and her husband were invested in - and discussed going all the way with, before deciding not to. Taylor claims she had already developed feelings for her friend's husband and he had felt the same - leading to them going 'all the way' and directly causing her divorce. She has never named him or his wife. Who is Taylor Paul? Taylor Frankie Paul is a social media influencer primarily known for her presence on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Here is a general timeline of her career: Rise to Fame 2020: Taylor begins to gain popularity on TikTok. Her content primarily features comedy, dance routines, and lifestyle videos. She quickly amasses a large following due to her engaging and relatable content. Late 2020: By the end of the year, Taylor has become one of the more recognisable faces on TikTok, especially within the "Mormon MomTok" community, which consists of Mormon mothers sharing their lives and experiences. Career Highlights 2021: Taylor continues to grow her influence on TikTok and expands her presence to other social media platforms such as Instagram. She collaborates with other influencers and brands, further increasing her visibility. 2022: Taylor's personal life becomes a topic of interest as she shares more about her experiences and challenges, resonating with many of her followers. Her authenticity helps her maintain a loyal fan base. 2023: Taylor remains active on social media, continuing to create content that appeals to her audience. She explores new opportunities, including potential partnerships and brand deals. Personal Life Taylor is open about her life as a mother and often includes her children in her content. She also shares insights into her marriage and family dynamics, which are a significant part of her online persona. Current Activities As of 2023, Taylor Frankie Paul continues to be a prominent figure in the social media landscape. She is active on various platforms and engages with her audience through regular posts and interactions. Please note that specific dates and events may vary as Taylor's career is continually evolving, and new developments can occur. KETAMINE USE Despite alcohol and caffeine being banned, Utah mum Jen Affleck claimed ketamine use is a "grey area" for the Church, while filming herself using the drug with her husband. Jen, 25, met her future hubby Zac Affleck on a when she was 18. After getting tying the knot in 2019, they had their first child, a daughter named Nora, in 2021, and a son named Luca in 2023. When the #MomTok ladies ended up at a Chippendales show in Las Vegas, she and Zac had a huge row, which played out on series 1 of the show. Jen told her co-stars Zac said he 'didn't want to be married to her' if she 'does stuff like this''. Season 2 sees the couple to attempt to work this out, with controversial ketamine therapy. 7 The pair resorted to controversial ketamine therapy to work on their marriage Credit: instagram/hulu "Zac and I will definitely have a lot to work on, and ketamine therapy is supposed to reset a lot of past traumas or habits you've created," Jen explained in a confessional. Ketamine is a "dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects," according to the The drug "distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control," and "can induce a state of sedation (feeling calm and relaxed), immobility, relief from pain, and amnesia''. In 2019, America's called esketamine, derived from ketamine, as a medication for depression . Ketamine therapy - which is currently not legal in the UK - is a treatment that uses low doses of the drug in order to manage various mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety disorders, and Ketamine is in the gray area when it comes to the church Jen Affleck 25 Acknowledging that people might have strong feelings about a member of the Mormon Church trying such unconventional methods, Jen explained: "Ketamine is in the grey area when it comes to the church. "Yeah, the church doesn't promote ketamine, but it's definitely not like a commandment exactly," she noted. "Ketamine is a pure example of how much he's willing to do to show up for the relationship," Jen concluded, before the couple were each given an IV dose in a special facility. "Never thought we'd get to this point where we'd be doing drugs together," Jen laughed. TV viewers also saw the mum lose focus for a second before sharing, "Oh, it hit me. It's hitting me right now. The room is spinning." The couple could be seen napping during the therapy, and later connected through dreams they had about their early dates. CHEAT SHEET 7 Whitney Leavitt's husband Conner was caught using Tinder to flirt with other women Credit: instagram/whitleavitt With adultery being utterly condemned by God, you'd think those in the limelight would be more careful. But it seems that some can't resist a bit of danger - including Whitney Leavitt's husband Conner, who was caught using Tinder to flirt with other women on Secret Wives. Whitney clarified that while there was no physical cheating, the issue has been going on for "our whole marriage." "Full on conversations with women and pictures and all of that stuff," she said, explaining Conner was both sending and receiving Of course, there's also the issue of Taylor swinging with her ex-husband and a group of their friends. And her latest relationship, which led to the birth of her third child, is now in trouble too. After months of denial from baby daddy Dakota, episode 1 of season 2 sees Taylor sit down with Jenna - who is rumoured to be his 'other woman'. Jenna confirmed Dakota had hooked up with her while dating Taylor, in the early days of their relationship and before she got pregnant. "I was the night girl that you came over to at night, and you were asking her (Jenna) on day dates and telling her cute things. I feel like a piece of f***ing trash," Taylor sobbed on camera. GETTING DRUNK According to the church, coffee and tea were banned as part of the Word of Wisdom from God as they claim in the 18th century it was used as a substitute for alcohol - also a big no-no among believers. However, some of the rule-breaking Mormon wives are seen enjoying vodka and wine, especially Jessi who says it doesn't affect her belief in the church. Taylor even shared a recent TikTok video of herself sipping a cup of coffee as she went to clean her house - and we can't blame her being a busy mum-of-three with a newborn. She was also arrested in 2022 which was captured on the show after getting drunk and throwing a chair at her partner, but has now been sober for over a year. Many Mormons, and the 7 Taylor was arrested at her home after consuming alcohol and has since sworn off it Credit: Herriman City Police department TEEN PREGNANCIES They say that good things come in threes, and that certainly seems to be the case for the cast of this reality TV series. Back in February, within the space of ten days, three of the eight Jen Affleck, Mikayla Matthews and Mayci Neeley each uploaded wholesome snaps with their families dressed in shades of white and cream - and their baby bumps on full display. One of them, Mikalyla, currently has three children with husband Jace Terry - son Beckham, seven, and daughters Tommie, three and Haven, five. The 24-year-old became a mum for the first time as a teenager. 'I had my first kid at 17. I didn't even know what I liked to do anymore because I was just a mum. That's what I did,' she told in September 2024. Sharing the wonderful news of the latest family addition, Mikayla told 'We were not planning or trying. I miss my period a lot with my health issues, so for me it's normal to sometimes be off track. 'It's so wild to me that we'll be a family of six. I feel like it's the Mormon in me coming out,' the 24-year-old added. 'I'm surrounded by Mormon culture still and my husband's siblings all have so many kids,' she continued. 'They're like, 'Once you hit three kids, you can have 10 kids,' That's kind of the mindset I have." CHURCH'S SAY In a Read more on the Irish Sun "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, like other prominent global faith communities, often finds itself the focus of the attention of the entertainment industry," the statement read. "Some portrayals are fair and accurate, but others resort to stereotypes or gross misrepresentations that are in poor taste."
Cosmopolitan
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Jessi Responds to Marciano Affair Claims on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Gather round, everyone who's already watched The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 2. We have some questions. Specifically questions about the bombshell allegations that were dropped in the last few moments of the show, when Layla Taylor sat down with Vanderpump Villa star Marciano Brunette. Some background: Several members of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives cast made an appearance on Vanderpump Villa, and there was speculation that Jessi Ngatikaura and Marciano formed a connection and were spotted making out in West Hollywood. Jessi denied this on the show, saying "If I was dumb enough to do that, I wouldn't do it in public." However, Marciano then alleged to Layla that he and Jessi had slept together and had an ongoing affair. While Jessi hasn't dropped a formal statement, she recently hopped on Instagram and TikTok to share the below video—captioning it "I'll speak when I can" and "that ending though." Several of Jessi's fellow SLOMW stars have supported her, including Layla who reposted the video and wrote "So proud of Jess and how she's handling all the noise. That [meet] up with Marciano was the opposite of what I expected, and I can't wait for the truth to be shown. I love you Jess." As for where Jessi and her husband, Jordan, stand, things seem totally fine based on him dropping a Mother's Day tribute earlier this month, writing "Your strength, your softness, and the way you show up for them every single day is nothing short of beautiful" and "Through all of life's ups and downs, I still choose you. I still love you every single day."
