Searxng/Taylor Frankie Paul Celebrity Taylor Frankie Paul, a controversial MomTok star, becomes The Bachelorette. Her viral past and legal troubles break the franchise's traditional mold. March 23, 2026 AceShowbiz - Taylor Frankie Paul is shaking up the reality TV scene once again as she steps into the spotlight as the lead of season 22 of The Bachelorette. For more than 20 years, the franchise has promoted a fairy tale romance with one clear rule: contestants must be there for genuine reasons.