Taylor Frankie Paul’s life has been front and center ever since her rise on TikTok’s “MomTok” scene — and now she’s making history as the lead of The Bachelorette Season 22. Before her headline-making scandals and reality TV fame, Taylor was married to Tate Paul. The two spent nearly five years together and share kids, but their relationship unraveled after the infamous “soft swinging” drama. While Taylor has moved on to a new chapter, Tate remains a key figure in her story as her ex-husband and co-parent.
Learn more about Tate below.
Who Is Tate Paul?
Tate worked in sales and marketing in Utah and lived a relatively private life compared to his influencer ex-wife. While Taylor often shared glimpses of their marriage on social media, Tate mostly stayed out of the spotlight until their relationship became tabloid news following Taylor’s revelations about the “MomTok” community.
Why Did Taylor and Tate Split?
Taylor and Tate married in 2016 but separated in 2021 after nearly five years together. Their breakup came after Taylor revealed she and others in her social circle had engaged in “soft swinging.” “It changed everything between us,” Taylor admitted in an interview, later adding that the scandal put a strain on their marriage that they couldn’t recover from.
Do Taylor and Tate Have Kids Together?
Yes. Taylor and Tate share two children together, Indy and Ocean. She has often said her kids are her top priority despite the challenges of co-parenting after their split.
“At the end of the day, everything I do is for my kids,” Taylor explained in a TikTok video.
Where Is Tate Paul Now?
Since his divorce from Taylor, Tate has remarried and started a new family. While Taylor has leaned into the spotlight with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and her upcoming role as the lead of The Bachelorette Season 22, Tate has kept his personal life private, focusing on his new wife Bailey, children, and life outside of the influencer world.
In August 2023, Tate celebrated a milestone, writing on Instagram, “Our cute baby girl is coming October! 🎊 We cannot wait to meet her! I love them so much! ❤️”
Taylor gave an update to Distractify in 2024, saying, “My ex is doing great as far as I know. I love him and his partner, [who is his] fiancée, I believe.”