For Vanderpump Rules alum Jax Taylor, his time on reality TV may have been the best days of his life. But now it's on to a new season. He explained why he's leaving The Valley after two seasons.

On Wednesday, July 16, Taylor announced his intention to step away from the upcoming third season of the reality show, primarily to focus on his sobriety. Cohen, who hosted The Valley' s second season reunion, spoke with PEOPLE at Las Culturistas Culture Awards on July 17, and voiced his support for Taylor.

Jax Taylor 's sudden departure from " The Valley " has sent shockwaves through the Bravoverse, and it appears his co-stars were just as blindsided as the fans. According to a report from The Blast, Taylor announced his exit from the Bravo series on July 16, 2025, stating that he had made the decision to focus on himself.