Why Was Jax Taylor ‘Fired’ From Vanderpump Rules?

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Wondering what led to Jax Taylor‘s departure from Vanderpump Rules, given his long tenure as a cast member? Even the reality TV star’s dramatic plotlines and high-profile wedding to Brittany Cartwright couldn’t prepare fans for their unexpected exit in 2020. However, it seems that their decision to leave might not have been as mutual as stated at the time. Recent statements from Jax offer some intriguing insights into the circumstances behind the scenes.

Jax Taylor explained the reasons behind his dismissal from Vanderpump Rules and the conflicts he faced with the production team.

Why was Jax Taylor fired from Vanderpump Rules and had to leave?

Jax Taylor openly stated that the reason he left Vanderpump Rules was due to disagreements and stressful situations happening off-camera with the production team.

In the March 2025 installment of his podcast “In The Mind of a Man”, Jax openly acknowledged that he was overseeing production too closely. He also declined to shoot a prearranged scene in Malibu, expressing concerns about extensive travel and proposing a more convenient location instead.

Jax expressed, “They asked us to head to the beach for cleanup, which wasn’t a problem, but honestly, I had no intention of going. The three-hour drive was out of the question.” He disclosed that this situation, along with his past actions, played a significant role in his departure. Moreover, he mentioned, “I think that instance might have been my final straw since I’ve grated on their nerves over time.

In simpler terms, Alex Baskin, the executive producer of Vanderpump Rules, recently spoke on Jax’s podcast. He clarified that Jax had been acting uncooperative about something and expressed his displeasure with it, saying things like “I won’t go, this is nonsense.” Furthermore, Jax was texting others about the situation, which the producers noticed. This led them to believe that Jax was intentionally disrupting production.

When Jax left, he was battling addiction issues as well. Later, he confessed that these struggles had been ongoing for more than twenty years. Today, he is clean and acts alongside his estranged spouse, Brittany Cartwright, in The Valley. The upcoming Season 2 of the spinoff will delve into their divorce proceedings and their shared journey of co-parenting.

In December of 2020, Jax and Brittany made known their decision to leave Vanderpump Rules. Some viewers assumed they were let go from the show. However, Jax later clarified that he chose not to comply with the show’s production requirements and his actions off-camera ultimately led to his leaving.

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2025-05-27 08:41