Title: Jax Taylor Served Divorce Papers by Brittany Cartwright During Filming of ‘The Valley’ Season 2.
Bravo fans are in for a dramatic turn of events in Season 2 of The Valley, as Jax Taylor, the former Vanderpump Rules star, was served divorce papers by his estranged wife, Brittany Cartwright, while cameras were rolling. The shocking moment occurred on Tuesday when Taylor, 45, was at his sports bar, Jax’s Studio City, filming for the reality show.
A Dramatic Moment Caught on Camera
According to sources, the divorce papers were delivered to Taylor by a third party, marking an intense and highly emotional moment that is sure to captivate viewers when the new season airs. Although Taylor and Cartwright did not share any screen time together during this incident, their separate reactions have been documented, giving fans a glimpse into how each is handling the split.
After filing for divorce, Cartwright, 35, seemed to be moving on with her life. She was spotted ordering booze to her rental home before stepping out for a night on the town with her friend and The Valley co-star, Zack Wickham. Dressed in a striking blue dress and black heels, Cartwright d ined at Taisho Japanese restaurant in Sherman Oaks, California, showing a brave face amidst the upheaval.
Taylor, on the other hand, was seen out with fellow divorcée and The Valley co-star Jesse Lally. The duo opted for a more low-key evening, dining at the popular West Hollywood restaurant, Craig’s. Taylor, dressed in an all-black outfit, appeared composed despite the unfolding drama.
Inside Sources and Taylor’s Reaction
An insider close to the situation shared with Page Six that Jax Taylor is taking the divorce in stride, emphasizing that he was “100 percent on board with the divorce.” The source noted that Taylor had been emotionally distant from the marriage for some time, adding, “He just wants to have an amicable co-parent relationship.” Despite his acceptance of the situation, the source acknowledged that the divorce is still a sad chapter for both reality stars, who once seemed inseparable.
The decision to part ways, though difficult, had become increasingly apparent. The source explained that Taylor and Cartwright were simply not a good match anymore, leading to the inevitable conclusion of their relationship.
A Relationship Built and Broken on Reality TV
Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright’s relationship has been under public scrutiny ever since Cartwright joined the cast of Vanderpump Rules in Season 4. Their ups and downs, including a notable cheating scandal, played out in front of millions of viewers. The couple’s wedding, a lavish affair held in Cartwright’s home state of Kentucky in June 2019, was also televised, adding to their reality TV fame.
After tying the knot, the couple took a break from the spotlight to focus on their family life, particularly raising their now 3-year-old son, Cruz. However, they made their return to television with The Valley,
In the season finale of The Valley, Cartwright revealed to her friends that she decided to move out of their marital home after Taylor had allegedly been “screaming at [her] for hours,” a situation that brought their unresolved issues back to the forefront. On Tuesday, Cartwright cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their divorce and requested sole legal and physical custody of their son, Cruz, with Taylor receiving visitation rights.
As fans eagerly await Season 2 of The Valley, the divorce drama between Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright promises to be a central storyline. The upcoming season, which also features Kristen Doute, Luke Broderick, Nia Sanchez, and others, has yet to announce a premiere date, but it is sure to be a must-watch for Bravo enthusiasts.