I can exclusively reveal the shocking details behind Jax Taylor’s recent breakdown and decision to enter a mental health treatment program. During a candid interview on Bravo’s “Hot Mic” podcast, the former “Vanderpump Rules” star revealed the incident that ultimately led to his breakdown.
The Discovery According to Taylor, 45, things had been looking up between him and his estranged wife, Brittany Cartwright, 35. The couple, who announced their separation back in February, had even been discussing the possibility of reconciling.
“I’ll be honest, we had relations before I left, literally right before I left for a Fourth of July trip,” Taylor shared. “I come back home, and I said, ‘Hey, what do you think about moving back?’ And she said, ‘Yeah.'”
However, a startling discovery quickly shattered Taylor’s hope for a reunion. “I just saw the iPad, and she was still talking to Julian and sending him pictures, like naked pictures and pictures of my son,” he recalled.
The Violent Outburst Overcome with rage, Taylor admitted to entering an “out of body experience” and going “crazy.” In a fit of anger, he began “throwing furniture” around the house. Fortunately, the couple’s 3-year-old son, Cruz, was not present during the explosive incident. “Luckily my son was upstairs. But that was my breaking point,” Taylor said.
The aftermath and interventions Just two days after his violent outburst, Taylor’s friends intervened and urged him to seek professional help. Taylor’s friends facilitated his admission into a 30-day inpatient treatment program, leading to the diagnosis of bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder.
“That’s where I hit the bottom of the barrel. That’s where I just saw red,” Taylor expressed. “I went off the deep end. I really did. The last eight months of my life have been hell.” Brittany’s Perspective In a separate episode of the “Hot Mic” podcast, Cartwright defended her actions, stating that her fling with Taylor’s friend, Julian Sensley, “wasn’t anything that [she] planned.”
Cartwright argued that the rules of their separation did not prohibit them from dating other people, including mutual friends. “I was so angry with Jax that I didn’t care if I hurt his feelings.” Like, why should I care? He never gave a damn about the years he spent hurting my feelings,” she said. The mother of one also revealed that she had decided to file for divorce from Taylor in August 2024 after a “big blowup” in their relationship.
Lala Kent’s Involvement Adding to the drama, fellow “Vanderpump Rules” star Lala Kent disclosed that she had previously been involved with Sensley herself, describing their relationship as a “casual” romance about “11 years ago.” Kent claimed she had even introduced Sensley to Taylor and Cartwright’s group of friends, setting the stage for the eventual entanglement between Cartwright and Sensley.
The Road Ahead As Jax Taylor continues his recovery and Brittany Cartwright navigates the divorce process, the former couple’s tumultuous relationship has once again captured the attention of Bravo fans.
While the details of their split may be contentious, both Taylor and Cartwright have expressed a desire to move forward and find happiness, despite the pain and betrayal that has colored the final chapter of their marriage. Only time will tell what the future holds for these “Vanderpump Rules” stars, but one thing is certain: the drama is far from over.