This article contains discussions of addiction, mental health, and domestic violence.

On July 16, 2025, one of the cast members of the "Vanderpump Rules" spin-off "The Valley" made a statement exclusively to Us Magazine . "After an incredibly challenging year and many honest conversations with my team and producers, I'll be stepping away from the next season of 'The Valley,'" Jason Couchi, a man who styles himself as "Jax Taylor," told the outlet.

"Right now, my focus needs to be on my sobriety, my mental health, and coparenting. Taking this time is necessary for me to become the best version of myself — especially for our son, Cruz," Taylor continued; Cruz is the son that he shares with his ex-wife and current star of "The Valley," Brittany Cartwright.

Thank god , honestly.

Jax Taylor

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