APPLETON, Wis. — Whitney Leavitt, a star of the Hulu reality series Secret Life of Mormon Wives, has playfully addressed swirling rumors that she and her husband, Conner Leavitt, could headline their own spinoff show. In a TikTok video posted on March 31, Leavitt, 32, dramatically shed her coat while dancing to The Village People's "In the Navy," with Conner clapping and joining in the moves behind her. She captioned the clip, "How it feels knowing y’all want a Leavitt spin off," signaling her lighthearted enthusiasm for the fan-driven speculation.
The couple, who share three children — Sedona, 6; Liam, 4; and Billy, 17 months — have become fan favorites on the show, which chronicles the lives of Mormon influencers navigating faith, family, and fame. The series, which premiered in 2023, has garnered a massive following, with cast members boasting millions of social media followers collectively. Leavitt's TikTok account alone has 2.8 million followers, while her Instagram sits at 1.5 million. Fans have flooded comments sections and social platforms with calls for a dedicated Leavitt series, citing the couple's relatable dynamic and Conner's supportive presence amid Whitney's rising stardom.
Yet, Leavitt's openness to a spinoff comes at a pivotal moment in her career. Just weeks earlier, on March 16, she told The Hollywood Reporter that she was contemplating stepping away from Secret Life of Mormon Wives to refocus on her lifelong passion for dance. "I’m figuring it out in real time," she said. "We’re figuring it out together, but it feels like that’s the trajectory of where it’s going. I wouldn’t be where I am without it, but it feels like it’s time to challenge myself in other ways and fulfill these dreams and passions that I’ve been trying to get even before the show."
Leavitt's pivot toward performance arts has been swift and visible. In September 2024, she competed on season 34 of ABC's Dancing with the Stars, vying for the Mirrorball Trophy alongside professional partner. Though the win ultimately went to Australian conservationist Robert Irwin and dancer Witney Carson, Leavitt's participation marked a triumphant return to the stage. She followed that with her Broadway debut in early February 2025, stepping into the role of Roxie Hart in the long-running musical Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City.
Reflecting on her Broadway journey in the same Hollywood Reporter interview, Leavitt admitted the singing aspect was a stretch. "I’ve always had a passion for Broadway, but I never felt like I had that Broadway voice," she explained. "[I] felt like I had the acting, I felt like I had the dancing, but a voice is a huge role in that. While I was doing Dancing With the Stars, that opportunity to audition for the role came. I was like, 'Oh my God, I need to take voice lessons now.'" Her preparation paid off, earning praise from critics and audiences for her energetic portrayal during her limited run.
Leavitt's professional dance pursuits have taken her between coasts, from Los Angeles studios to New York theaters, a far cry from the Utah-based filming of Secret Life of Mormon Wives. The show, produced by The Intellectual Property Corporation, spotlights a group of women in the Mormon influencer community, blending personal revelations with glimpses into their high-profile lives. Other cast members, like Mayci Neeley, who has 6.1 million TikTok followers and is married to Jacob Neeley with a blended family of three children, have similarly leveraged the platform for their own brands.
Taylor Frankie Paul, another key figure with 3.5 million TikTok followers and 1.6 million on Instagram, shares two children with her ex-husband and welcomed a third with ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen. Her storyline has been among the most dramatic, drawing widespread attention. However, recent events have cast a shadow over the production. Earlier this month, a 2023 video surfaced showing a domestic incident involving Paul and Mortensen, prompting Hulu to pause filming for season five.
The fallout extended to Paul's personal endeavors. Her planned appearance on ABC's The Bachelorette was abruptly canceled, according to network sources. Leavitt addressed the scandal in an interview with Interview magazine on March 25, expressing a mix of emotions. "I have a lot of emotions about it and I’m still processing everything that’s happening," she said. "But the safety of human beings, especially children, comes first. Always, period, the end. I don’t want that to be tolerated. I don’t want that to be overlooked. It’s just so fresh. That’s all I have to say about that."
"The safety of human beings, especially children, comes first. Always, period, the end." — Whitney Leavitt, to Interview magazine
Paul's situation has left the future of Secret Life of Mormon Wives in limbo, with no official resumption date announced by Hulu or the production team. The pause has fueled speculation about cast shake-ups, including potential exits or expansions like the rumored Leavitt spinoff. Other cast members continue to thrive online: Layla Taylor, mother to two children from her ex-husband, has 1.2 million TikTok followers; Demi Engemann and husband Bret form a blended family of three kids, though specific follower counts for her were not detailed in recent reports.
Jessi Draper Ngatikaura, with 1.8 million on TikTok and 1.6 million on Instagram, shares a daughter, son, and stepdaughter with husband Jordan Ngatikaura. Jen Affleck and husband Zac Affleck, parents to three children, command 2.7 million TikTok followers and 1.6 million on Instagram. Meanwhile, Mikayla Matthews and her estranged husband Jace Terry are parents to four children, with Matthews holding 3.6 million TikTok followers and 1.5 million on Instagram.
The ensemble's collective influence — exceeding 20 million followers across platforms — underscores the show's cultural impact within niche communities and beyond. Filmed primarily in Utah, the series has sparked discussions on faith, modern Mormonism, and the pressures of social media fame. Leavitt's own trajectory, from influencer to Broadway performer, exemplifies how the platform has launched careers while exposing personal vulnerabilities.
As the dust settles on the recent drama, Leavitt remains focused on balance. In her TikTok, the couple's playful interaction highlighted their partnership, with Conner, a former athlete turned supportive spouse, often credited for grounding her ambitions. Sources close to the production indicate that conversations about spin-offs are preliminary, with no deals confirmed. Hulu executives have not commented publicly on the rumors or the filming pause.
For Leavitt, the spinoff buzz arrives as she eyes more dance opportunities. Post-Broadway, she has hinted at potential tours or teaching gigs, drawing from her Dancing with the Stars experience. The show's alumni network, including winners like Carson, has provided mentorship, according to Leavitt's social posts. Meanwhile, the Mormon Wives cast continues to post updates, maintaining fan engagement despite the hiatus.
The broader implications for reality TV in the streaming era are evident here. Series like Secret Life of Mormon Wives, with their blend of authenticity and spectacle, have redefined unscripted content, but off-screen controversies can halt momentum swiftly. As Paul navigates legal and personal repercussions from the domestic incident — details of which remain under investigation by authorities — the cast's solidarity, voiced through Leavitt, emphasizes priorities beyond entertainment.
Looking ahead, Leavitt's dual path — open to expanding the franchise while pursuing solo dreams — positions her as a bridge between worlds. Fans eagerly await word on season five, but for now, the Leavitts' viral dance video serves as a buoyant reminder of the joy that first drew viewers in. Whether a spinoff materializes or Leavitt fully transitions to the stage, her story continues to evolve, captivating audiences from Appleton to Broadway.