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Fox News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' stars say fame, 'jealousy and comparison' tore friendships apart
From explosive cheating allegations to ongoing feuds about money, fame and loyalty, the stars of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" have found themselves entangled in a web of drama both on-screen and off-screen that has led to the downfall of friendships. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, stars Whitney Leavitt and Miranda McWhorter opened up about the show's impact on MomTok and how "jealousy and comparison" have unavoidably ripped bonds apart behind the scenes. "It's hard because this is a new thing that we're trying to navigate, and with us navigating this new part of this dynamic and this relationship, there can be jealousy and comparison," Leavitt, who was dubbed as the first season's "villain" last year, said. "And I think, at least for me, I'm still trying to navigate that." "And shame as well from outside friendships or family members," McWhorter, whose involvement with the swinging scandal came to light this season, added. "There's a level of embarrassment almost, I guess, for them too, which I can see where they're coming from, but that can also be hurtful." "So it's natural, I think, to have friendship fallouts or distance from family members or church leaders or so on, just because not everybody's going to see eye to eye on what we're doing here, and that's totally fine, but that's something that we obviously have to come to terms with, and the people that matter are there for us," she added. Since its debut in 2024, the hit show has continuously challenged the social and religious norms of modern-day Mormon women — leaving some viewers upset. "I don't think it's a secret that none of us depict the perfect, perfect stereotypical Mormon wife that is abiding by all the church rules and living exactly as they should, or they're told to be, and living up to those expectations," said McWhorter, whose past involvement with the swinging scandal came to light this season. "I think, yeah, there's a lot of breaking social norms and religious norms within the church, and I think that I know it's upsetting to some people." WATCH: 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' stars say fame, 'jealousy and comparison' tore friendships apart "And not all of us are still active," she continued. "Some are ex-members. We really just have a group of women with similar backgrounds and foundations of the church, and all of our faith journeys are now very separate and very different. But I think showing how that background, whether it be present day or in our past, relates to us now in all of our different experiences and just life as a mother and as a wife. For some, it breaks down a lot of those social and religious norms, which is something that can be kind of taboo to talk about." Ahead of the season premiere, Layla Taylor opened up about the backlash the show has received from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. "[The show] breaks down a lot of those social and religious norms, which is something that can be kind of taboo to talk about." "It's been pretty positive for me," Taylor, 24, said of the public's response so far. "I was pretty quiet Season 1. I was a little bit more reserved, so I feel like there wasn't necessarily much room for people to say much about me. But for the other girls, I know that they're definitely under some heat after Season 1 came out." "I think with each season there will be more and more voices that become more active and more vocal," she added. "And I could see that after Season 2. I could see some more hate on my end. But I think overall I felt good about my intentions and what I did throughout the seasons." Given the title of the show, one major wave of criticism came from the LDS Church, Taylor recalled. "I think that they've definitely kind of calmed down from their initial scare," she said of the LDS Church's reaction to the first season. "I think when the show title was released before the initial show came out, definitely everyone was a little bit alarmed, and then the trailer came out, and they're like, 'Oh, it's worse' in their brains. And then I think they finally saw the show, and they're like, 'OK, they're not misrepresenting. I think that they're just showing members at different levels within their faith that still have a genuine basis of relationship with God and a relationship with Jesus.'" This season, however, the drama that unfolded on screen was more so focused on cheating accusations, taking accountability and lack of loyalty among the group. One major plot line that was brought to light this season was the soft-swinging sex scandal that involved the self-proclaimed creator of MomTok, Taylor Frankie Paul, and McWhorter. Paul exposed details surrounding the swinging scandal last season, of which McWhorter denied her involvement at the time. Now, the mom of two — who made her debut this season — openly admitted to participating in certain swinging situations with Paul and others. "I think that it was kind of a long time coming, and I think that in me coming out with it, I think it's been a very healing experience for me," McWhorter told Fox News Digital. "That doesn't mean that it hasn't come with backlash. I mean, yeah, it's definitely difficult with my family. I think more or less, not as much only the swinging stuff, but I also think my family — they're very active and developed members of the church, and I think when they have a child who feels a little bit differently about it, that's inevitably going to be hard for them." "And that's something that we're navigating, and I appreciate the grace they've given me, and I'm trying to give them that in return," she continued. "But yeah, I mean, obviously, it's not your standard Mormon couple story, so yeah, it's definitely different and uncomfortable and awkward for people to hear about. But this whole thing has been so long, so drawn out that it is nice to finally have it out, and it's freeing to be able to talk about it openly now." "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" Season 2 is available to stream now on Hulu.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2: Here's release date, cast and streaming platform
Season 2 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is available for streaming from Thursday, May 15. The new season includes 10 episodes. All episodes were released on the same day. The show will continue to follow the lives of popular Mormon influencers . Streaming Date and Platform Season 2 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives will be released on Hulu. Viewers can stream all 10 episodes from Thursday, May 15. Hulu has kept the same release strategy as the first season. All episodes were available at once, allowing for binge-watching. The show focuses on a group of Mormon women who are popular on TikTok. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Also Read: The Last of Us Season 2: What to expect in finale? Watch Episode 7 trailer by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologists: How to Quickly Lose a Hanging Tummy Health Wellness Journal Watch More Undo Cast The original cast from Season 1 will return. Each member shares her life online. The show features stories from their personal experiences, family issues and community. These women gained attention for their TikTok presence. Their return will continue the narrative from the first season. This season introduces a new cast member, Miranda McWhorter. She is divorced and has two children. She was also involved in the 'soft swinging' topic mentioned in the first season. Her addition brings a new storyline to the series. The cast members include: Live Events Jen Affleck has 1.8 million TikTok followers. She is 25, married to Zac Affleck, and expecting her third child. Demi Engemann, aged 30, has three kids. Her husband is 16 years older than her. She has 1 million TikTok followers. Taylor Frankie Paul is the founder of #MomTok. She has 5.1 million followers and three kids. Whitney Leavitt has 2.3 million followers. She has three children with her husband, Connor. Also Read: Wednesday Season 2: When will Wednesday Addams return? Here's release date, episode schedule, cast, storyline and production team Mikayla Matthews is 24 and expecting her fourth child. She has 2.9 million followers and speaks about her health and past trauma. Mayci Neeley is 30, has two children, and is expecting again. She has 1.9 million followers. Jessi Ngatikaura, 32, is a hairstylist and mother of three. She runs a salon in Utah and has over 820,000 followers. Layla Taylor, the youngest at 23, is divorced with two children. She has around 450,000 followers. FAQs When will Season 2 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives be released? Season 2 is available on Hulu from Thursday, May 15. All 10 episodes will be released on the same day. Who is the new cast member in Season 2? Miranda McWhorter is joining the show. She is divorced with two children and was involved in the "soft swinging" scandal.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Miranda McWhorter breaks silence on HER side of the swinging scandal
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Miranda McWhorter is clearing the air about her 2022 swinging scandal with costar Taylor Frankie Paul - and explaining what she really wants the public to know about the incident that rocked TikTok at the time. McWhorter, 27, was caught at the center of the drama nearly three years ago, as her longtime best friend Paul outed the clique for 'soft swinging' with each other and their husbands.
Newsweek
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Is There a Season 2, Part 2 of 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives'? What We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has captured millions of viewers and the season seemingly ending on a cliff hanger has fans wondering if another 10 episodes could be coming out to end season 2. Newsweek reached out to Hulu via email for comment but did not receive a response in time for publication. The Context The series has become a breakout unscripted hit for Hulu, offering a rare window into the real-life drama and friendship challenges of Mormon social media influencers. It broke Hulu's unscripted premiere records and scoring millions of views within days of it premiering in 2024. Last fall, Hulu quickly announced Secret Lives of Mormon Wives had the go ahead for 20 more episodes, although, it's unclear if those 20 episodes will be part of season 2 or broken up between season 2 and 3. Is There a Season 2, Part 2 of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives? It's unclear if there is going to be a season 2 part two of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Hulu has not announced a part two, and there's no indication on Hulu that the episodes that have been released so far are part one. However, the last episode of the second season ends on a cliffhanger as to whether Demi Engemenn and Marciano Brunette from Vanderpump Villa had an affair. That, combined with the order of 20 more episodes in the fall, has fans wondering if another 10 episodes will be coming out. Layla Taylor, Miranda McWhorter, Jessi Ngatikaura, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Taylor Frankie Paul, Jennifer Affleck, Whitney Leavitt and Demi Engemann attend the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon... Layla Taylor, Miranda McWhorter, Jessi Ngatikaura, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Taylor Frankie Paul, Jennifer Affleck, Whitney Leavitt and Demi Engemann attend the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season 2 at Paramount Studios on May 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. MoreAre There More Episodes of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives? There are at least 10 more episodes of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, according to the announcement made in the fall. At this time, Hulu has not provided a specific release date for the next 10 episodes. However, if Hulu follows its same pattern, there will not be a part two of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Hulu has used a similar strategy for other reality hits, such as The Kardashians, where the company has signed off on 20 episodes but broken them up into two separate seasons. So, the remaining 10 episodes could be put out in Season 3 instead of Season 2, Part 2. When Will Season 3 of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Come Out? No official premiere date for a third season has been announced by Hulu. However, it's possible viewers won't have that long to wait, since Season 2 premiered only about eight months after Season 1. What People Are Saying Rob Mills, Executive Vice President, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainment, Walt Disney Television, told Deadline in October: "There was a philosophical question raised in season one which was 'Can #MomTok survive this?' The answer unequivocally is yes! Spring 2025, get your dirty sodas ready!" Engemenn told Us Weekly: "Nothing happened with Marciano. At the expense of sounding rude, there wasn't even a remote attraction to him. It sucks that women can't be kind and friendly and even playful with men in this world without it being taken as like you're open. I had a rock on my finger the entire time I was there." What Happens Next The release date for the next 10 episodes of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has not been formally announced. Executive producer Jeff Jenkins told the Hollywood Reporter he'd love to get someone who works for the Church of Latter Day Saints to come on the show and share their perspective.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Returns for Season 2: All details of the show here
'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' is back for a second season. The new episodes are reported to delve deeper into the past drama, evolving friendships, and ongoing personal challenges faced by these women. The season 2 of the compelling docuseries is set to be available for streaming starting today, i.e. May 15th. The return of a familiar face among the group is set to significantly alter the group dynamics this season. Miranda McWhorter , a close friend of Taylor Frankie Paul , is rejoining the fold to address past cheating rumors. This unexpected reappearance sparks a range of reactions among the women. Demi Engemann voices her suspicion that anyone returning at this point may be seeking attention. Jessi Ngatikaura openly expresses her disapproval of Whitney Leavitt 's return, deeming it a negative development. Whitney, who had previously stepped away from the group in the previous season, shares her perspective, suggesting that the group should adopt a less serious approach to their interactions. Her comment, however, appears to further escalate the existing tensions. Meanwhile, Mayci Neeley observes a rapid fracturing within the group's unity. The second season sees the return of familiar cast members including Taylor Frankie Paul, Demi Engemann, Jen Affleck, Jessi Ngatikaura, Layla Taylor, Mayci Neeley, Mikayla Matthews, and Whitney Leavitt. Adding a new layer of complexity, Miranda McWhorter joins the group this season, and her presence is poised to resurface unresolved questions surrounding past events. Taylor's personal narrative continues to be a central focus this season. Her relationship with Dakota Mortensen faces renewed strain, with concerns regarding Dakota's sobriety resurfacing as a significant element of the storyline. Theme Song The production team this season has come up with a theme song, titled 'Secret Temptation' and its remix, which was released for the series and is now accessible on various music platforms. The music is designed to complement the overall tone and themes of the show. The season is available for streaming on Hulu, for fans eager to watch the show.
