Jax Taylor is no stranger to relationship struggles. Known for his dramatic personal life on reality TV, Taylor recently opened up about his divorce from Brittany Cartwright. The couple’s relationship began on Vanderpump Rules and later played out on The Valley.
Fans watched their marriage unravel during Season 1 of the spin-off series. Now, Taylor is sharing more details about their split and his efforts to grow as a person.
Speaking on Bravo’s Hot Mic podcast with host Alex Baskin, Taylor addressed his behavior during the marriage. The couple, who are now divorcing, share custody of their young son, Cruz. During the conversation, Taylor admitted that he had been “verbally abusive” towards Cartwright, and fans will witness this aspect of their relationship in Season 2 of The Valley.
Facing Mental Health Challenges
Taylor revealed that he recently took a significant step by checking himself into a mental health facility, where he was diagnosed with PTSD and bipolar disorder. He explained how he reached a breaking point and what led him to seek help.
“I was coming home from the gym, and my buddies were there and just saying, ‘Listen, it’s time for you to go,’” Taylor recounted on the podcast. He continued, “It was a lot of people, and—not to break the fourth wall or anything—but my manager saw me kind of going a little bit off the rails, and they said, ‘Maybe this is a good move for you.’ So, I honestly have to thank them because I was bad. It was really, really bad.”
The experience at the facility made a profound impact on him. “I don’t know where I would be if I didn’t go to this institution,” Taylor admitted. He also revealed that the difficult period in his life coincided with filming for Season 2 of The Valley, a time when his actions were especially harmful.
“As you’ll see in [Season 2] of The Valley, I was in a really dark, dark place,” Taylor said. “I did some really awful things, and what I mean by awful things is I was verbally abusive ….”
Jax Taylor Is Working on Himself
Since his stay at the mental health facility, Taylor has been making strides toward bettering himself. He explained that starting medication for the first time in his life has been transformative.
“I’ve never been on medication in my entire life until I went through the facility, so I think this is playing a huge role,” Taylor shared. “I was very stubborn [in the past]. This is the first time I’ve gotten help. Ever since I’ve been on this medication, it’s been amazing. I’ve had no outbursts; I haven’t been angry. It’s a game-changer.”
Cartwright has not been silent about the situation either. She took to social media to tease her plans to record a podcast, hinting that she would share her perspective on their split.
Fans of The Valley can expect an emotionally charged Season 2 as Taylor’s personal struggles and their impact on his marriage take center stage. Despite the challenges, Taylor appears committed to his journey of personal growth and becoming a better person for himself and his family.
