Jax Taylor Files Restraining Order Against Brittany Cartwright, Reason Why
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Key Points:
- Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright's tumultuous relationship included a 2017 cheating scandal before their 2020 marriage, and they separated in early 2024 after four years together and sharing a son, Cruz.
- Despite rumors of infidelity causing their split, both denied cheating was the issue, citing communication problems and mental health as key reasons for their separation and time apart.
- In 2024, Jax sought in-patient mental health treatment, crediting their son as motivation, while Brittany admitted to a post-separation fling with one of Jax's friends, which Jax described as a "slap in the face."
- Jax revealed in 2025 that he achieved sobriety after battling cocaine addiction for years, though Brittany expressed skepticism about his recovery and highlighted ongoing challenges in co-parenting.
- By mid-2025, Brittany was reported to be in a new relationship with a fellow parent, which her close friend Kristen Doute described as a positive and family-oriented connection.
