Instagram/Taylor Frankie Paul TV Taylor Frankie Paul is the new Bachelorette. Get her thoughts on joining Bachelor Nation and the latest on the postponed season 22 premiere date. April 18, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Bachelorette has announced its lead for season 22 as Taylor Frankie Paul, known from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. However, fans remain uncertain about the new season's release date after Disney, ABC's parent company, postponed the premiere. Taylor Frankie Paul shared her thoughts about joining the Bachelor Nation in an interview with Us Weekly.