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ABC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Reality TV, Mormon wives, and guilty pleasures
What do dancing Mormons, blind dates, and superyachts have in common? They've all featured on so-called 'reality TV' shows. But just how 'real' are they? Some argue reality tv is anti-feminist – yet the genre is consistently popular with young women, and a new reality TV show is breaking records with religious women at the centre of it – The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. It's not the first time The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints has been featured on reality TV, and it certainly won't be the last. So why the interest in the 'real' lives of religious people? And can 'trash' tv teach us complex lessons about gender, shame, and religion? Guests: First broadcast 19 October 2024
Buzz Feed
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Mormon Wives Reunion: 22 Jaw-Dropping Moments
🚨CONTENT WARNING🚨 Recently, I began my journey watching The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Spoiler alert: Their lives are neither secret NOR very Mormon. Well, much to my dismay (both at the fact that I watched two seasons of a show this fast AND that I even watched it at all), I have reached the dramatic Season 2 reunion that aired last week. Hosted by none other than Nick Viall, one of the most dramatic men in reality television. So, without further ado, here's everything I learned while watching the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reunion. ICYMI, the Season 2 finale left off with all the girls fighting: Demi was threatening to leave #MomTok, the Marciano/Demi/Jessi cheating scandal was dropped, and overall growing tensions regarding Whitney everyone else in #MomTok. This reunion kicked off with a prayer led by Zac: Quelle surprise. Demi was not present at the reunion: Demi apparently had a trip planned to Disneyland with her family, but she did show up on Nick Viall's podcast where she said that the other girls were "afraid" to stand up to Taylor (not her, though!) and that Taylor didn't value the other women of #MomTok. Very easy to say when you're talking to Nick and not on a stage with other cast members, but I digress. But Jen was: I still will never get over the fact that her husband, Zac, lied about being related to Ben Affleck. In the Season 2 finale, Marciano (of Vanderpump Villa) alleged that he hooked up with Demi AND Jessi, however, the #MomTok ladies said that all the flirting only happened with Demi: Jessi came equipped with receipts in the form of flirty DMs between Marciano and Demi. How she got these screenshots, I do not know, but clearly it's in a Utah woman's nature to get the receipts, proof, timelines and screenshots! Jessi is no longer wearing her wedding ring and the truth of what happened between her and Marciano + where her and her husband Jordan now stand will be revealed in Season 3: Talk about epic promo for Season 3! Taylor provided more clarity on why she came forward in the first place: Taylor revealed that the reason why she took to TikTok Live to share the soft-swinging scandal was because, while she did cheat on her husband (i.e. engaged sexually with another husband in their group outside of the groups pre-agreed arrangements), that was something that was only being discussed between Taylor and her ex. Once she saw that there were rumors online that she was a "husband stealer", she wanted to set the record straight and provide context regarding their soft-swinging lifestyle. Layla's sexual journey was a big topic in Season 2 -- she revealed that she's never experienced an orgasm via sex -- and, although she ~engaged~ with Cam, she's still only orgasmed with a vibrator: Power to Layla for owning her sexuality! I hope she gets a brand deal from this. Intermission, but Nick stays saying what we're ALL thinking: It seems like for every rule in the Mormon religion, there are at least three loopholes to that rule. Not "news," but my God, the relationship between Taylor and Dakota is a MESS: Not only was Dakota sleeping with other women at the beginning of their relationship (when he told her that he "didn't sleep with multiple girls at once"), he was actively sleeping with another woman (Jenna) while he was committed to Taylor. Most of the infidelity, according to Taylor, came to light AFTER she had their son. Even though they aren't "together" anymore, they are still sleeping with one another. However, Taylor doesn't want to be with Dakota (even though he wants to be with her), because he's hurt her and she can't trust him. So, regardless of the Stagecoach photos (that have since been deleted from Taylor's Instagram) and them continuing to have sex with one another and co-parenting together, at this stage, Taylor does NOT want to get back together with Dakota: Nick put it to a vote, who's more accountable, Taylor or Whitney? All of the women (except for Miranda) voted that Taylor took way more accountability than Whitney: Intermission, the way that the #MomTok husbands are huddled around the TV watching the reunion from the green room like there isn't a couch for them to sit on right there: CMA-gate was squashed -- Taylor admitted that she was being petty with her post and the other women admitted that it was "weird" but not purposeful that no one engaged with her achievement publicly: TL;DR, Taylor presented an award at the CMAs in 2024, and none of her fellow #MomTokers publicly showed support immediately after she posted. The women said they shared support and congrats quietly, but when your entire job is based on likes and engagement, it's understandable (not that I agree with how she went about it!) to be upset that your internet posse doesn't show public support for your achievements. Conner opened up about his pornography addiction and how it stemmed from needing validation which, he believed, was rooted in the fact that he was raped as a child: I hope that Conner was/is getting the help he needed/needs to work through this! Regardless of the drama that occurred during this reunion, it was beautiful to see the cast put aside their differences and be supportive of Conner in that moment. Zac Affleck confirmed once, and for all, that he is not related to Ben Affleck: I don't think anyone was on the fence about this one, but thanks for clearing it up, I guess! Jen opened up about her struggles with prenatal depression: Jen revealed that she experienced suicidal ideations at the beginning of her pregnancy but is better now that she's in her third trimester and has since received help. It's been a couple of months since Zac and Jen made an appearance on #MomTok, but they're in therapy (nine hours a week) to work on themselves and their marriage: Kudos to them! However, Demi revealed on The Viall Files that the apology video Jen made for the #MomTok ladies felt "calculated" and "performative": Ironic to claim that Jen is "running away" when Demi isn't even at the reunion to back up her claim, but I digress. Allegedly, Demi sent a cease and desist to Jen and Zac when Jen didn't agree to say certain things to the #MomTok ladies that Demi wanted her to regarding Vanderpump Villa: A lil convenient that Demi isn't present at the reunion, but, once again, I digress! Layla opened up about her body dysmorphia, self-harm, and suicidal ideations: Layla revealed that she hasn't self-harmed in a long time and got her scars removed because her children noticed them and she didn't want to tell them that the "owies" were purposeful. Mikayla opened up about her past sexual assault and how Conner was an integral part of her healing journey: This is the "closest" Whitney and Mikayla have been in "two years": Nick Viall encouraged the ladies to hug one another soon after Conner (Whitney's husband) and Mikayla shared their traumatic pasts involving sexual assault. Last, but not least, we got some Mormon terminology and, can confirm, I will never be the same again: BONUS! To end on a happy note, Jen and Whitney reveal that they will appear on Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars! Something to tide me over until Season 3 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Did you watch this season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives? What did you think? Let me know in the comments below. And remember, you can catch up on all things Secret Lives of Mormon Wives on Hulu anytime!
Cosmopolitan
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Taylor Frankie Paul Jokes About Dakota Having a Secret Family
It's hard to find a couple more debated couple on reality TV than Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen. At least, that's certainly what it feels like for fans of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. On the heels of a bumpy season 2 reunion, Taylor is now saying that she wouldn't be surprised if Dakota had a secret family. Yeah, I wouldn't hold your breath for that reconciliation if I were you. Taylor made the comment under a fan's TikTok, which featured the fan's husband and the caption, 'IDK how to tell Taylor that Dakota has a whole other family.' But what the fan started as a silly joke on celebrity doppelgängers quickly devolved into something else when Taylor saw the post. 'I wouldn't be shocked at this point,' she commented. 'I don't know him at all ha.' Yikes. This sounds like a brutal thing to say about your ex and the father of one of your young children, but to be fair to Taylor, she does have a pretty brutal sense of humor and this could just be her way to be in on the joke. Still, it does feel a bit pointed in the wake of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 2 reunion. In the reunion released last week, Taylor and Dakota tearfully spoke about their split, which occurred after Taylor found out that Dakota had lied to her about sleeping with another woman at the beginning of their relationship. When asked at the reunion by host Nick Viall if she thought Dakota was 'capable of being a faithful and honest partner,' Taylor wasn't sure. 'I just found out new things weeks ago,' she said, adding, 'He was looking me in the face saying, 'I'm doing everything I can, I've told you everything, Taylor. I'm ready for this. I wanna do anything,' as he's lying to me.' Taylor didn't go into details, which makes me think that we'll be finding out exactly what she was talking about on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives when it returns for season 3.
7NEWS
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
You can shop Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reality star Taylor Frankie Paul's iconic lip combo at Priceline right now
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives seems to be everyone's new favourite reality TV show. And TikTok's favourite 'Mormon Wife,' and star from the show, Taylor Frankie Paul, has shared her makeup routine in a viral video. Taylor Frankie Paul's lip liner and gloss duo is trending for all the right reasons. Here's how to recreate the look at home for under $50. The mum and reality star uses Revlon ColorStay Lip Liner which usually retails for $24.95 but is currently on sale for $14.97 from Priceline. Taylor uses the shade 'Nude' which is a classic, OG colour that'll look amazing in any lip combo. Define and enhance your lips with a rich, long-lasting formula that won't feather or bleed, it's flattering on any lip colour and comes in 12 different shades. If you're looking to recreate the Taylor Frankie Paul lip look, then pair this liner with the TRENDING Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss which retails for $25.95 in shade 'Sky Pink.' 'Sky Pink' is a perfect cool toned pink shade that will give you a plump and juicy lip. The Mormon wife's viral video has amassed more than three million views and people in the comments are obsessed. 'Wow, you look great,' one person wrote. 'I need that lipliner,' another person added. 'I literally get my makeup inspo from you,' a third person wrote. To purchase the lip combo,
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.
