Jax Taylor has decided to seek in-patient treatment for his mental health struggles.
A rep for the former “Vanderpump Rules” star and host of the “When Reality Hits with Jax and Brittany” podcast, 45, confirmed the news to the Post in a statement on Tuesday, July 30.
The news comes on the heels of his split from his wife Brittany Cartwright, 35.
Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Todd Williamson/Bravo
“Jax has always been candid about his mental health struggles, especially during the past few months on his podcast,” the rep said.
“He has made the decision to seek in-patient treatment. This is a particularly sensitive time for him and his family. They ask for privacy and respect until he is ready to speak more on this matter.”
Jax Taylor at the Vander Brunch at Good Co. on June 22, 2024 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Getty Images
On Monday, July 29, Taylor posted a photo of two books, “Get Out of Your Mind & Into Your Life” and “Set Boundaries, Find Peace,” on his Instagram story along with a caption that read “Healing,” according to TMZ.
Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright at the 2024 White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington, DC on April 27, 2024. Matt Baron/BEI/Shutterstock
Over the weekend, Taylor took to the main page of his Instagram to share a photo of a statue of Buddha with an inspirational quote overlayed on top. The quote hinted at his decision to seek help.
“Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it,” the quote read. He captioned the post with a smiling emoji, a prayer emoji, and a heart emoji.
Taylor has been open about his marital struggles with Cartwright, whom he has been in a relationship with for over a decade. The pair separated in February of 2024 after five years of marriage. However, they continued to work together and appear in public together.
In April, they attended The White House Correspondents Dinner together, though they stayed in separate hotel rooms.
Jax Taylor attends the 31st Annual White House Correspondents’ Garden Brunch at Beall-Washington House on April 27, 2024 in Washington, DC. Getty Images for Haddad Media
“We’re just trying to figure things out,” he told “Entertainment Tonight” at the time. “I’ve given you real-time, I don’t know what’s going to happen. I am definitely working on myself right now.”
“The separation has definitely been good for me, but I do miss her,” Taylor continued. “I miss her a lot. So, I don’t know, we’ll see if she’ll take me back.”
While speaking with E! News, Taylor said, “I was going through a lot of personal issues with myself and my mental health that needed a time out.”
Jax Taylor heads to the gym in LA on July 18, 2024. GARRETT PRESS / MEGA
Brittany Cartwright on her way to the West Hollywood Pride Festival Parade on June 1, 2024, sans wedding ring. TheImageDirect.com
“Every week, it’s changing,” he continued. “We’re talking. We’re eating dinner, we’re going out for drinks. So, who knows? Do I want to be back together again? Of course I would, but, you know, we gotta see what’s healthy for us and our son.”
Taylor and Cruz share a three-year-old son, Cruz.
For her part, Cartwright acknowledged, “He needs to work on himself … there’s no back together right now.”
