“Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Miranda Hope McWhorter speaks out about replacing Taylor Frankie Paul on The Bachelorette.

ABC Considers Bachelorette Shake-Up: Could Miranda Hope McWhorter Replace Taylor Frankie Paul?

Amid the growing controversy surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul, the future of The Bachelorette is suddenly up in the air. Sources suggest that ABC executives are quietly weighing a major backup plan — and it involves The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Miranda Hope McWhorter stepping into the spotlight.

Taylor, 31, was set to headline season 22 of the hit dating show, bringing her unfiltered personality and complicated past to the franchise. However, recent headlines and mounting scrutiny have reportedly raised concerns behind the scenes about how her journey might be received by audiences.

That’s where Miranda, 27, enters the conversation.

Known for her grounded personality and close friendship with Taylor, Miranda has already proven she can connect with viewers. Insiders say ABC sees her as a “safe but compelling” alternative — someone who offers authenticity without the same level of controversy currently surrounding Taylor.

While no official decision has been made, speculation is growing as the network continues to monitor public reaction. Replacing a lead this close to a premiere would be a dramatic move, but not entirely unprecedented in reality TV.

Interestingly, Miranda herself has previously voiced mixed feelings about Taylor taking on the role, admitting she was “100 percent worried” about her friend stepping into such an intense spotlight. Now, fans are questioning whether she could be the one to take over if things take a turn.

For now, ABC remains silent, and Taylor’s season is still scheduled to air. But with tensions rising and pressure mounting, one question lingers:

Is the network preparing for a last-minute switch that could change everything?