Key Highlights
- Layla Taylor speaks about her relationship with Mason McWhorter on “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
- Layla addresses the toxic coparenting she still experiences with her ex-husband Clayton Wessel.
- Mason is the brother of Layla’s ex-Chase McWhorter, leading to a unique situation in their relationship.
- Layla and Mason are aligned on values but Layla remains cautious about marriage due to past experiences.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Layla’s New Chapter
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Layla Taylor has opened up about her current relationship with Mason McWhorter, while also discussing the challenges she faces in her coparenting arrangement with her ex-husband Clayton Wessel. The reality series, which premiered on Hulu in September 2024, continues to captivate audiences as it explores the lives of Mormon influencers in Utah.
On Coparenting and Marriage
Layla, 24, shared that she is currently navigating a “toxic” coparenting relationship with her ex-husband. “Right now, I’m kind of scared of marriage but I just want to get to know somebody very well before I even consider that,” she admitted.
“I think it’s because I’m so jaded from my ex-husband and that marriage,” Layla explained further, highlighting the impact her past experiences have on her current relationship decisions. Despite her apprehension about marriage, Layla expressed contentment with Mason McWhorter, stating, “We are still together. Things are going really great.
I’m really happy.” She also added, “He’s just my best friend. I feel like me and him just get along really well.”
Unique Dating Situation
Mason is the brother of Layla’s ex-Chase McWhorter, which makes their relationship a bit unconventional for some viewers. However, Layla has embraced this situation with humor: “We just laugh about it. I know it’s not the most ideal situation, dating brothers, but sometimes life gives you lemons,” she shared. “You just have to make lemonade and it is what it is.
It makes funny, awkward situations sometimes. But we just make light of it because there’s no avoiding it.”
Values Alignment
Layla and Mason share similar values, particularly when it comes to their non-active status in the Mormon church: “Luckily for me, he is not active anymore,” Layla stated. “We are aligned on that. We both have Mormon upbringings but we’re not a part — not an active member of the church anymore.” This shared perspective has helped them build a strong foundation as a couple.
Protecting Their Children
Layla also addressed her children, Ollie and Maxwell, who are featured prominently in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. “I feel like we live in a very weird and gross world sometimes. Some people are just … they don’t have their minds straight,” she reflected on the reality show’s portrayal of her life. Layla emphasized the importance of protecting her children from this public scrutiny, stating, “That’s the one thing that me and their dad agree on is that we want to keep them away from this world and protect them.”
Despite the challenges, Layla remains optimistic about her future: “I just have to remind myself that every day — when we’re in another argument or something — that with time, it’s going to get better.
Because I know what it’s like to have parents that do not like each other,” she said, drawing from personal experience and wisdom.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives continues to offer viewers a glimpse into the lives of its cast members, exploring both their public personas and private struggles. As season 3 of the show was released on November 13, 2025, Layla’s candid remarks provide valuable insight into her personal journey.
