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And on Wednesday, NBC News reported that Paul is under investigation for an alleged third domestic violence incident involving Mortensen that occurred in 2024.

While a spokesperson for Paul said she’s “very grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes her family’s safety and security” following the network’s decision, the men who were once vying for her heart are now left in limbo, as they’re not likely to get their 15 minutes of fame anytime soon.

And what makes it worse is that the suitors on the long-running ABC reality dating show often take time away from their families, leave jobs and pause their lives to appear on the series, which films for several weeks. So this leaves one outstanding question: was the whole experience a waste of time for these men?

Though most of the other contestants have remained tight-lipped on their true thoughts about the season being pulled, likely out of respect for Paul or due to their contracts with ABC, some have taken to their respective social media accounts to offer reactions.

Brad Ledford, a 29-year-old cowboy and entrepreneur from Newport Beach, California, shared in a video on his Instagram Story this week, “Not gonna dive into my full opinion on the whole Bachelorette situation. Obviously a lot of questions about it. I will say that I could care less about a TV show not airing right now. There’s real kids involved, real family involved, and I want the best for them. I want the best for Taylor’s kids. I want the best for Taylor.”

“God’s love has no bounds. It knows no boundaries,” he continued. “He’s forgiven me for many things, and he’s already forgiven Taylor. I want Taylor to find that piece and I want her kids to have that peace in the future more than anything, and I think they can, you know, it’s there for them if they want it.”

Ledford concluded, “I think ABC made the right decision for right now. I think the biggest bummer is just that some of these guys on the show were incredible. They’ve got incredible stories, really good testimonies, some stuff that I think a lot of America could benefit from hearing. And I hope that y’all do get to hear that in some way, shape or form. Maybe it’s on their own posts and their own platforms or it’s on a show that they’re on in the future or something, but there’s some incredible guys on the season.”

Doug Mason, a 28-year-old ocean lifeguard from San Diego, California, said in a video on his Instagram Story, “In light of everything that’s happened, I’m just sending out prayers to Taylor because that was her moment and her moment was blocked. All we can do right now is be hopeful. Let’s stay positive and show nothing but support for people in need.”

“Appreciate everyone reaching out,” Johnnie LaRossa, a 30-year-old former professional baseball player from Massapequa, New York, wrote on social media. “Grateful for the experience. I’ve gotta say the group of guys were truly unbelievable. Nothing but respect for them. Love you boys, and any woman would be lucky to have each and every one of them!”

Clayton Johnson, a 36-year-old singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, also shared, “I can honestly say this was one of the best groups of men I’ve ever been around. So much integrity, respect and heart across the board. Even the tough moments never took away from that. Any woman would be lucky to be with any of these guys.”

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What the Men of Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette Season Are Saying