Did Brittany Cartwright split with Jax Taylor? Fans claim 'PR stunt' after 'The Valley' star announces separation
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN: 'Vanderpump Rules' spinoff show 'The Valley' star Brittany Cartwright recently announced a temporary separation from her husband Jax Taylor. Although the Bravo show couple's split rumours have been circulating for a while now, the latest announcement forced fans to speculate if the reports were actually true. Brittany dropped the separation news just in time for the Bravo show spinoff, 'The Valley' release and fans dubbed the step a 'PR stunt'.
In the recent episode of Brittany and Jex's podcast 'When Reality Hits', the Bravo star shared, "Many of you guys have been asking me about Jax and I and our relationship." She then thought that it was important to be 'real and honest' with their fans "because our life is definitely we’ve shared so much of our life with you guys." She claimed that she had "alluded to many marriages go through rocky times on her podcast."
She elaborated, "Yes, marriages in general are very hard and I've had a particularly rough year this past year. Jax and I are taking time apart and I made the decision to move into another home to take some space for the sake of my mental health." The reality star also noted how she didn't want to share specific details about the matter, but claimed said breakup is "still very hard to talk about."
The Bravolebrity further shared, "I'm taking one day at a time." Brittany added, "I don’t know what the future holds, but right now my focus is on being the best mom to Cruz and I love you guys. Pray for us and everything will be just fine. We’re good." Meanwhile, multiple critics slammed the Bravo show couple and noted in the comments, "This is just to get us to watch the valley. I don’t buy it Brittany!!"
Another person added, "It’s all for ratings! She would not leave him. He’s done so many shitty things over the years that she would have left by now." Another critic noted, "Hmmm what perfect timing for this news to drop." Another internet user penned, "No it means they are desperate for us to watch it and have nothing else to do."
Another Instagram user wrote, "Nope. This stunt still doesn't make that show hyped up enough." Another follower claimed, "This is fake. It’s all a publicity stunt. The dude has cheated multiple times and she stayed. Use your heads." Another critic said, "It's a PR Stunt, their new Valley Show is coming on they need all the publicity they can get!"
How did Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor meet?
'Vanderpump Rules' couple Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor met for the first time at a Las Vegas bar in 2015. The couple sparked an instant connection and enjoyed a whirlwind romance. However, Brittany and Jax hit a bump in their relationship and parted ways in 2017. The couple reconciled off camera and later announced their engagement in June 2018.
Brittany and Jax exchanged vows at the Kentucky Castle in an intimate ceremony. They later welcomed their only son, Cruz Michael Cauchi, in April 2021, months after they announced their departure from the Bravo series. Brittany and Jax welcomed their first child Cruz in April 2021 with Jex claiming that being a father changed my life.
Jax Taylor cheated on Brittany Cartwright with co-star Faith Stowers
Bravo star Jax Taylor landed in controversy in 2017 after his cheating scandal with co-star Faith Stowers was exposed. Jax cheated on his wife Brittany Cartwright with his co-worker while working on 'Vanderpump Rules' Seasons 5 and 6. Jax's cheating scandal was the major plot of season 6 of the show, which saw Jax and Brittany break up.
Jax admitted to cheating on Brittany in the second episode of season 6 of the Bravo show after rumors about his unfaithfulness became the centre of the premiere. Things went worse when Jax claimed he might have even possibly gotten Faith pregnant because they didn't use protection. In an episode of the show, Brittany called out Jax and said, "Rot in hell."
The couple initially stayed together but Jax later decided to split noting, "This has 150 million percent nothing to do with you. I need to make some changes. I’m not happy with myself. I don’t like who I am and it’s not because of you. Look at all the s**t I’ve caused this summer."
Jax Taylor snubbed Brittany Cartwright from his trip with Tom Schwartz
'Vanderpump Rules' stars Jax Taylor and Tom Schwartz enjoyed a scenic trip to Montreal, Canada. The duo documented their vacation in a series of social media posts. However, Jax notably subbed his wife Brittany Cartwright from his trip with Tom. While Jax and Tom embarked on a Canadian adventure, Brittany enjoyed a vacation in Vancouver.
However, Jax and Tom also had a meet-and-greet event at Montreal's Pangea. The event turned out to be a memorable interaction as the Bravo show fans from across Canada gathered to catch a glimpse of Jax and Tom. Additionally, the friends duo also teased a new business together.
A social media user commented on Jax's Instagram post, gushing over his and Tom's longtime friendship under a post, "This is the duo we need! The two of you should open a bar together!" The reality star hinted at the possibility, writing back, "already talking about... stay tuned."
When will Bravo's 'The Valley' be released?
'Vanderpump Rules' spinoff show 'The Valley' is set to premiere on March 19, 2024, at 9 pm ET on Bravo. The upcoming show follows five couples who are "taking a shot at adulting." Alongside Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright, Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick, Danny and Nia Booko, Jesse and Michelle Lally, and Jason and Janet Caperna. Jasmine Goode and Zack Wickham also star in the Bravo show.
