If you’ve scrolled through TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen a group of Mormon moms shaking up stereotypes and sparking conversations. Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives follows eight women who became famous through the social media group MomTok — and its September 6, 2024 premiere confirmed that their lives are anything but ordinary.

Main cast members: 8 ·
Season 1 premiere date: September 6, 2024 ·
Network: Hulu ·
Highest net worth (reported): $5 million (Taylor Frankie Paul) ·
Cast member who left MomTok: Demi Engemann ·
Cast members who drink alcohol: At least 6 of 8

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Whether Season 2 will be produced (not yet announced)
  • Exact net worth of every cast member – only estimates available
  • If any cast member has formally left the LDS church (no public statement)
3Timeline signal
  • MomTok formed around 2020-2023 and grew on TikTok
  • Swinging rumors involving Taylor Frankie Paul surfaced in 2023
  • Hulu show premiered September 6, 2024
  • Demi Engemann exited MomTok in November 2024
4What’s next

Seven key facts at a glance, ranging from premiere details to the most talked-about controversy.

Attribute Value
Number of seasons 1 (as of 2024)
Premiere date September 6, 2024
Network Hulu
Number of cast members 8 main
Cast member with highest net worth Taylor Frankie Paul ($5 million)
Cast member who left MomTok Demi Engemann
Controversial topic Alcohol consumption and swinging rumors

Who Are the Girls from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives?

Main cast overview

  • The eight women are all Mormon mothers living in Utah who built substantial followings on TikTok through a group they call MomTok (Deadline, Hollywood trade publication).
  • They range in age from early 20s to early 30s and collectively bring millions of social media followers to the show.

Taylor Frankie Paul

  • Often considered the de facto leader of the group. She has been central to the swinging scandal that first put MomTok in headlines (E! Online, celebrity news outlet).
  • Reported net worth: $5 million per Brit + Co, though Parade cites Celebrity Net Worth estimating $400,000.

Whitney Leavitt

  • Known for her blunt personality on the show. Brit + Co reports her net worth at about $1 million (Brit + Co, lifestyle media outlet).

Demi Engemann

  • A key cast member who announced her departure from MomTok in November 2024 after reunion drama (Parade, entertainment news).
  • Her net worth is estimated between $1 million and $5 million.

Jessi Draper

  • Jessi Ngatikaura (full name) is reported to have a net worth of about $1.65 million from content creation and brand deals (Brit + Co).

Jen Affleck

  • Another MomTok member; her net worth is not widely reported in entertainment outlets.

Layla Taylor

  • Net worth estimated between $1 million and $5 million (Brit + Co).

Mayci Neeley

  • Brit + Co reports her net worth between $500,000 and $750,000.

Mikayla Matthews

  • Reported net worth of about $5 million (Brit + Co).
The upshot

The cast’s influencer background means their finances are a mix of Hulu pay, brand deals, and personal businesses. Exact earnings per episode have not been publicly disclosed, but one estimate suggests $5,000 per episode or $25,000 for the full first season (Bravo and Cocktails, fan blog — though this is a low-authority source).

Bottom line: The pattern: most net worth figures come from a single entertainment roundup (Brit + Co) and vary widely across sources. For fans, the takeaway is that these women are earning significantly from their online presence, not just from the show.

Which Mormon Wife Is a Millionaire?

Taylor Frankie Paul’s net worth

  • Brit + Co lists Taylor Frankie Paul as the wealthiest cast member with an estimated net worth of $5 million (Brit + Co, lifestyle media outlet).
  • Parade, citing Celebrity Net Worth, gives a much lower figure of $400,000 (Parade, entertainment news).
  • The discrepancy highlights the difficulty of pinning down influencer income.

Other cast members’ net worths

  • Mikayla Matthews: ~$5 million (Brit + Co)
  • Jessi Ngatikaura: ~$1.65 million
  • Layla Taylor: $1M–$5M
  • Miranda Hope (joined in season 2): $1M–$5M
  • Demi Engemann: $1M–$5M
  • Whitney Leavitt: ~$1 million
  • Mayci Neeley: $500,000–$750,000
  • All figures from Brit + Co unless otherwise noted.
Why this matters

The wide range of estimates — from $400,000 to $5 million — means viewers should approach any single net worth number with caution. The most reliable takeaway is that the MomTok brand itself is worth millions.

The implication: net worth claims are media estimates, not verifiable financial disclosures. For the richest, the title likely belongs to Taylor Frankie Paul or Mikayla Matthews, but both numbers come from the same source.

Has Demi Left MomTok?

Demi Engemann’s departure

  • Demi Engemann left MomTok in November 2024 after the show’s reunion led to conflict (Parade, entertainment news).
  • She was one of the original eight members of the TikTok group.

MomTok group status

  • MomTok continues with seven members as of early 2025.
  • The group’s future on Hulu beyond Season 1 is unconfirmed, but the remaining women are still active on social media (E! Online, celebrity news outlet).

The catch: While Demi’s departure is confirmed, the exact reasons and whether she might return remain unclarified. Her exit underscores the personal tensions that reality TV can create within friend groups.

Which Cast Members Drink Alcohol?

List of cast members who drink

  • Six of the eight cast members have been shown drinking alcohol on the show or in social media posts (Deadline, Hollywood trade publication).
  • Taylor Frankie Paul, Whitney Leavitt, Jessi Draper, Layla Taylor, Mayci Neeley, and Mikayla Matthews are among those seen drinking.
  • Two cast members reportedly abstain in line with traditional LDS teachings.

Reaction from LDS community

What to watch

The drinking controversy is not just about personal habits — it reflects a broader tension between the cast’s Mormon upbringing and their public personas as influencers. For the show, it’s a key source of drama.

The trade-off: For the six cast members, publicly drinking may distance them from the traditional LDS community but aligns with broader entertainment trends. The show leans into this conflict heavily.

Where Can I Watch The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives?

Streaming availability

Episode count

  • Season 1 has exactly 8 episodes, each running about 40–50 minutes.
  • The show is produced by Hulu Originals.

What this means for viewers: if you want to catch up, a Hulu subscription is required. There’s no word on a DVD release or other platforms yet.

The Timeline So Far

  • 2020-2023: MomTok group gains popularity on TikTok. The women begin posting coordinated content.
  • 2023: A swinging scandal involving Taylor Frankie Paul and others surfaces, drawing media attention (Vanity Fair, culture magazine).
  • September 6, 2024: The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives premieres on Hulu (CNN, news network).
  • November 2024: Demi Engemann leaves MomTok after reunion drama (Parade, entertainment news).

Clarity Check

Confirmed facts

What’s unclear

  • Whether Season 2 will be produced.
  • Exact net worth of each cast member (only estimates).
  • If any cast member has formally left the LDS church.
  • Exact per-episode salaries (not publicly disclosed).
  • Which six cast members definitively drink alcohol (based on aired footage, not confirmed statements).
  • The exact reasons for Demi Engemann’s departure from MomTok.

Quotes & Reactions

“The series follows the lives of eight Mormon moms from Utah who went viral on TikTok.”

— Deadline, Hollywood trade publication

“Taylor Frankie Paul has been connected to The Bachelorette in 2026, with an alleged $100,000 season payment.”

— Brit + Co, lifestyle media outlet

“The cast of ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ is turning heads with their candid approach to faith, fame, and family.”

— E! Online, celebrity news outlet

The reactions from media outlets range from fascination to skepticism. The show’s success on Hulu suggests there is appetite for stories that explore the intersection of religion and influencer culture.

Additional sources

bravoandcocktails.com

For a comprehensive breakdown of each influencer’s background and earnings, check out the full cast list and net worth details.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives scripted?

The show is marketed as a reality series, but like many unscripted shows, producers likely shape storylines. No official word on scripting.

Do all cast members still practice Mormonism?

Most identify as members of the LDS church, though their actions (drinking, dancing) sometimes conflict with strict teachings. No one has publicly left the church.

How old is Taylor Frankie Paul?

Taylor Frankie Paul was born in 1994, making her 30 as of 2024 (IMDb, film and TV database).

What is MomTok?

MomTok is the TikTok account and social media group created by the cast. It features humorous and relatable content about Mormon motherhood (Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia).

How many episodes are in Season 1?

Eight episodes were released on Hulu starting September 6, 2024.

Are any cast members related to each other?

No. They are friends and influencers, not relatives.

What is the age range of the cast?

Most cast members are in their 20s and early 30s. The oldest is Jen Affleck (born 1990) and the youngest is Mikayla Matthews (born 1996).

Related reading

For fans of reality TV, the drama is still unfolding. The cast’s financial futures depend on Hulu renewals and their own content ventures. For MomTok, the next season — if it comes — will determine whether this is a lasting cultural moment or a flash of TikTok fame.