Dakota Mortensen Dating Taylor Frankie Paul's Ex-Friend Shinia Powell

Dakota Mortensen, the ex-boyfriend of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul, has moved on with Shinia Powell — a former friend of Taylor who appeared on the Hulu reality show. Their friendship ended after Shinia allegedly hooked up with Dakota behind Taylor's back.

Dakota admitted to the affair before Taylor left to film her now-canceled season of 'The Bachelorette' during Season 4 of 'Mormon Wives.' He publicly called out Shinia, sparking a fight on set and a legal battle between him and Taylor. Months later, the new couple has gone public.

Sources close to the pair confirmed to People that they are dating. An insider said Shinia has been supporting Dakota through his ongoing custody battle with Taylor, and their friendship grew into romance: 'Shinia has been a steady source of support for Dakota through incredibly difficult times, especially when he didn't have immediate family nearby. Their close friendship has naturally grown into something more, and they are enjoying their time together while thoughtfully navigating what that means for them and their children.'

Though aware their romance will attract attention, the couple asks for privacy. Fans speculated after Shinia posted a photo dump from an Arizona trip, including a man in a hat with the letter 'A' — believed to be Dakota. Taylor hasn't reacted, but she is legally barred from discussing Dakota amid their custody dispute.