The Valley stars Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor are going through a trial separation, and Brittany is coping by moving out of their shared home “for the sake of her mental health.” Jax and Brittany’s connection unfolded during Vanderpump Rules. Jax, known for his charm and delinquency, was drawn to Brittany’s Southern sweetness. Their on-screen chemistry sparked intrigue as they navigated the challenges of a long-distance relationship. Despite the drama and skepticism from friends, their bond endured, showcasing moments of vulnerability and strength. Jax and Brittany’s romance became a central storyline and is now a focal point in The Valley.

The Valley, a riveting extension of the Vanderpump Rules universe, spotlights familiar faces, including Jax, Brittany, and Kristen Doute, alongside Kristen’s boyfriend, Luke Broderick, plus a lineup of other dynamic couples. The Valley chronicles the transition of these once West Hollywood elites into Valley-based parents-to-be, juggling bustling businesses, rough relationships, and enduring the test of true friendships. However, the cracks begin to show, particularly in the relationship between Brittany and Jax. As The Valley season 1 unfolds, the couple is starting to explain their rough patch and how they navigate, adding a layer of tension to an already gripping narrative.

Brittany and Jax Hinted at Tension In February

In February 2024, Brittany and Jax hinted at marital turbulence during their joint podcast, When Reality Hits. Brittany confessed to a challenging year, acknowledging the strain on their marriage.

The couple’s separation marks a significant development, particularly as Brittany, known from Vanderpump Rules, transitions into a separated mother of their two-year-old son, Cruz. In The Valley season 1, episode 2, Jax told Brittany if they had another kid, “they would grow even further apart.” The episode delved further into why Jax and Brittany bicker.

Brittany Announced a Separation On Their Joint Podcast

During a candid and heartfelt discussion on the February 29, 2024, episode of When Reality Hits, Brittany underscored the duo’s commitment to authenticity despite their public personas. In The Valley season 1, episode 5, Brittany played a game of Jenga Truth or Dare with her female castmates, and the topic of intimacy generated in conversation. After one too many cocktails, Brittany expressed she and Jax hadn’t been intimate in over “one month and a half” because he wasn’t making her feel “desired” anymore. The episode also highlighted how Brittany’s drinking habits and Jax’s obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) had become a tribulation.

Brittany Moved Into an Airbnb

During The Valley premiere event, Brittany told People Magazine about her living situation in an Airbnb with Cruz. Despite a nearly decade-longstanding loyalty to Jax, Brittany voiced reaching her limit, emphasizing “there’s only so much that a woman can take.” Brittany articulated a pivotal moment where she recognized the necessity to distance herself from an unhealthy environment to benefit her and her son. With Cruz being Brittany’s top priority, she stepped away to work on herself and felt relief. The reality star added, “Once a woman hits her breaking point, it’s like ‘Done.’ My son deserves better. I deserve better.“