On April 22, 2026, Hulu officially unveiled the cast of the much-anticipated spin-off series titled *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County*. This new addition to the reality television genre promises to explore the lives of a diverse group of women connected to the Mormon community in California.
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The series includes a mix of personalities, including podcasters, YouTubers, and a relative of one of the original cast members from the hit show *MomTok*. This blend of backgrounds indicates a fresh take on the original series’ premise. However, it has come to light that not all cast members identify as adherents of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, despite the show’s title suggesting otherwise.
The announcement of the cast follows previous reports from *PEOPLE* in March 2026, which confirmed that the popularity of the original *Mormon Wives* series prompted Hulu to consider a Californian spin-off. Rob Mills, the executive vice president of unscripted television for Disney, told *TheWrap* that they had heard stories from a specific group of women in California, leading to a greater exploration of their realities, different from the original cast.
Among the cast members is Aspyn Ovard, a long-time YouTube star who has given insight into her life for over a decade. Although she grew up in close proximity to the Mormon community in Utah, Ovard herself is not a member of the church. In a podcast interview conducted in March 2025, she revealed that while her father was raised Mormon, her mother was not, leading to a mixed religious upbringing. Ovard has participated in Mormon rituals but does not identify herself as a member.
Bobbi Althoff, another prominent podcaster, similarly does not claim a Mormon identity. Having experienced a “very Christian” childhood, Althoff recounted her spiritual journey during a December 2024 podcast. After her divorce from her ex-husband Cory Althoff, she sought solace in her faith, which indicates a complex relationship with religion rather than steadfast adherence to any specific denomination.
Conversely, Salomé Andrea is a full member of the church, having been raised in a non-traditional Mormon household. Although her mother converted to the faith from Catholicism, Salomé describes her current relationship with the church as ambiguous. She mentions that her family does partake in behaviours typically frowned upon by the church and has chosen not to attend services for an extended period. Despite this, she holds onto a personal connection with God.
Avery Woods, who hosts the podcast *CHEERS!*, has flagged herself as the “opposite of Mormon” during a discussion. Her comments suggest a deliberate distancing from traditional Mormon values, which adds another layer of diversity to the cast’s representation of faith and identity.
On the other hand, McCall DaPron is a declared member of the church, being the older sister of original cast member Mayci Neeley. DaPron is raising her four children within the Mormon faith and is actively involved in her church community, indicating a traditional family structure that aligns with church teachings.
Madison Bontempo, another cast member, is also a practicing member of the church, which may resonate with audiences familiar with her family’s popular YouTube channel, *The FishFam*. Bontempo spoke of a disconnect between her faith and the public’s perception of Mormons, highlighting misconceptions surrounding the religion. She voiced a desire to portray a more accurate representation of her beliefs on the show.
The cast also includes Ashleigh Pease and Chandler Higginson, whose religious affiliations are less clearly defined. Pease, an Australian native, shared a photo related to a baptism at what appeared to be a Mormon church, though she has not publicised her religious beliefs extensively. Similarly, Higginson has participated in traditional Mormon events, such as her children’s baby blessings, yet has yet to clarify her personal stance on her faith.
This series aims to offer viewers a glimpse into the complexities of faith, family, and identity within the frame of the Mormon community in Orange County. As the announcement continues to generate buzz, audiences are left anticipating how the varied backgrounds of the cast will contribute to a nuanced portrayal of their lives. The convergence of digital influencers and religious narratives suggests that *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County* could provide fresh insights and challenging conversations about modern faith and tradition in an evolving society.