Things are looking a bit brighter for Jax Taylor, considering the former “Vanderpump Rules” and “House of Villains” reality star has reportedly reached a custody deal with his soon-to-be ex-wife, Brittany Cartwright. Taylor and Cartwright have been at odds since 2025, when the pair’s marital woes were center stage on season 2 of “The Valley.”. Article continues below advertisement. Jax Taylor And Brittany Cartwright Reach A Custody Deal With Alcohol And Drug Restrictions. Instagram | Jax Taylor. According to TMZ, the Bravo veterans reportedly reached a custody deal involving their only child, Cruz. The legal documents state that neither parent will provide the other with child support.. Additionally, the former couple agreed to share custody and responsibility regarding Cruz’s health decisions, education, and overall well-being. Cartwright, however, has the authority to make final health decisions for Cruz if she and Taylor are unable to reach an agreement.. Article continues below advertisement. Cartwright and Taylor are set to split their time with Cruz. There are also other restrictions in place, including a set holiday schedule and a 6-month waiting period to introduce new partners. The legal documents also state that neither reality star will be under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, or other illegal drugs while with Cruz.. Article continues below advertisement. Jax Taylor Opened Up About Struggling With Addiction. Instagram | Jax Taylor. Before reaching their custody agreement, Cartwright was adamant that restrictions be in place. According to The Blast, Taylor previously admitted to struggling with addiction to cocaine for two decades.. “I have substance issues—primarily with cocaine. It’s hard to say out loud,” Taylor said, adding he was using “since I was 23 and now I’m 45.”. “I’ve never said this in my life,” he said. “So, to come out and say that I have an addiction [and] that I have a sickness that I have to work on the rest of my life is a really big deal for me.”. Taylor admitted in a separate interview, according to The Blast, that his son was part of the reason he decided to get candid about his struggles.. Article continues below advertisement. “It was very tough to come out, but it was something that I needed to do,” Taylor said. “It was a weight lifted off my shoulders. I just needed to do it for myself, and I needed to do it for my son.”. “I want my son one day to be like, ‘My dad….there was something wrong with him, and he fixed himself; this is why he’s here today,” he added.. Article continues below advertisement. Jax Taylor Vowed Never To Touch Drugs Again. THE GARRETT PRESS / MEGA. In the summer of 2025, Taylor admitted he’d become a changed man, vowing never to touch alcohol or drugs again.. “I know for a fact — and I know you’re not supposed to say it — but I know for a fact I will not touch drugs and alcohol again,” Taylor said. “I know that. I have no interest in it. I’m not triggered by it. “. “I love it.
