The rumored winner of “The Bachelorette” spoke out in support of Taylor Frankie Paul after ABC canceled Season 22.
Doug Mason, who was the recipient of Paul’s final rose, shared a “positive” message for the “Mormon Wives” star on his Instagram Story, according to Reality Steve.
“In light of what has happened so far, I just send prayers to Taylor because it was her moment and her moment was thwarted. All we can do right now is hope,” he said in Friday’s upload.
“I hope you all have a great day as I’m off to run and watch the sunrise. Let’s stay positive and just show support to those in need,” Mason concluded.
According to a well-known spoiler blogger, Mason and Paul got engaged but broke off a month later while visiting Mason in Utah.
The two alleged exes were recently spotted together in Los Angeles on March 14, according to photos obtained by the US Sun on Thursday.
In the snap, it appears Paul and Mason were filming additional scenes on The Bachelorette before it was cancelled.
ABC canceled Season 22 three days before its premiere after disturbing footage surfaced of Paul throwing a chair at ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident in 2023.
A 31-year-old man was arrested, but the charges were later dropped.
“In light of the new video that was just released today, we have made the decision not to move forward with a new season of ‘The Bachelorette’ at this time. We are focused on supporting our families,” the network told Page Six in a statement.
A spokesperson for Paul said he was “very grateful for the ABC’s support as his priority is the safety and security of his family,” adding: “He is currently considering all options, seeking support, and preparing to own and share his story.”
“After enduring years of extensive emotional and physical abuse and threats of retribution in silence, Taylor has finally found the strength to confront her accusers and is taking steps to ensure she and her children are protected from further harm,” the representative claimed.
Several of Paul’s contestants spoke out about the station’s decision to cancel the season.
Singer-songwriter Clayton Johnson wrote on his Instagram Stories on Thursday: “Honestly, this was one of the best groups of guys I’ve ever met. So honest, respectful, and had such heart across the board. Even in the toughest moments, that never went away.”
“Any woman would be lucky to be with a man like this. True loyalty. True respect. True men. I love you.”
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.
