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Brittany Cartwright Embraces New Era Post-Divorce
9 May
Summary
- Cartwright finds filming without Jax Taylor refreshing and lighter.
- She finalized a joint custody agreement for son Cruz in March 2026.
- Cartwright is enjoying being single and focusing on self-healing.
Reality star Brittany Cartwright is finding a sense of freedom and refreshment in her current life chapter. Filming "The Valley" for its third season without her ex-husband, Jax Taylor, has been a liberating experience. Taylor, who departed the show to focus on his sobriety, had been a constant presence in her decade-long reality television career.
Cartwright filed for divorce from Taylor in August 2024, ending their five-year marriage. The couple finalized a joint legal and physical custody agreement for their five-year-old son, Cruz, on March 10, 2026. She emphasizes that co-parenting is a priority, with Cruz always coming first.
Cartwright revealed in April 2025 that Cruz had been diagnosed with autism six months prior and is now using her platform to raise awareness. She is pleased that Cruz is thriving and enjoys interacting with the show's crew. Cartwright also reflected on her past relationship with Brandon Hanson, whom she introduced on the show, noting it was a brief fling and she has learned from the experience.
Currently single, Cartwright is embracing her independence and focusing on personal healing and self-improvement. She anticipates a "fun" and "happy" season of "The Valley," with engaging trips and hilarious moments planned for viewers. The show airs Wednesdays on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock.
