Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor, stars of The Valley, are heading for divorce. However, it has now come to light that their marriage may not have been legal to begin with. The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, recently announced their separation in 2024.
Despite trying to work through their issues, Cartwright officially filed for divorce in August 2024, signaling the end of their relationship. Surprisingly, Taylor revealed during the divorce process that they were never legally married.
According to a report from E! News, Taylor completed legal documents granting Cartwright sole legal and physical custody of their son, Cruz Michael Cauchi. However, the same documents also contained an unexpected twist. When Taylor requested the official dissolution of their marriage, he checked a box indicating that their marriage was not legally valid.
In response to the confusion, Taylor’s representative stepped in to clarify the situation. In a statement to The Daily Dish, they explained that Taylor made some mistakes while completing the legal forms, which are usually handled by legal experts. “These mistakes will be corrected immediately,” the representative assured.
They also emphasized that the former couple had already worked out all the details concerning their son’s custody. Both Cartwright and Taylor are reportedly committed to co-parenting their son and making decisions that are in his best interest.
On September 26, 2024, Jax Taylor personally responded to Brittany Cartwright’s divorce filing at the Superior Court of California in Los Angeles County. In his response, he listed their shared Los Angeles home as their only joint asset. However, he requested that the division of this property be postponed to a later date. It remains unclear when or how the couple will resolve this issue.
Taylor also took to social media following the filing. In an Instagram story, he shared a quote that read, “From October to December, your life is going to change for the better.” Although Taylor did not provide any further context for the quote, it is likely that he was alluding to personal growth and positive changes after spending a month in a mental health facility. This suggests that Taylor is working on self-improvement, possibly to cope with the challenges of his divorce.
While the divorce proceedings are ongoing, it is unclear how long it will take to finalize their separation, especially given the complications surrounding the legality of their marriage. Both parties appear to be moving forward with their lives, but there is no definite timeline for when the divorce will be officially completed.
Despite the difficulties in their relationship, Brittany Cartwright has publicly acknowledged that Taylor is a good father to their son. In an interview with Life & Style, she mentioned that although Taylor may not have been the best husband, he continues to play an active and positive role in Cruz’s life. “I still always, no matter what, want him to be in his life,” Cartwright shared, underscoring her desire to maintain a stable and supportive environment for their child.
As the former couple faces the complexities of their divorce, they remain focused on their son’s well-being. They have agreed on joint custody and are committed to making sure Cruz is not negatively affected by their separation.
While the end of their marriage has captured the attention of fans and the media, it’s important to note that the second season of The Valley is currently in production. For those interested in following the ups and downs of Cartwright and Taylor’s journey, previous episodes of the show can be streamed on Peacock. Viewers are curious to see how the couple’s real-life drama might influence the storyline of the series.
Ultimately, this divorce highlights the challenges of maintaining relationships under the constant pressure of public scrutiny. Even though Cartwright and Taylor’s relationship didn’t last, they both seem committed to prioritizing their son and working together to raise him in a loving environment. Only time will tell how their lives will grow post-divorce, but for now, they remain focused on the future and their roles as co-parents.
