Brittany Cartwright, Jax Taylor First Public Encounter

Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor had their first public encounter since Cartwright filed for divorce while filming the second season of their reality show, The Valley. Cartwright was visibly emotional but received strong support from her castmates. She explained on her podcast that her decision to divorce wasn't taken lightly and was motivated by the need to create a healthy environment for their 3-year-old son, Cruz. Cartwright is seeking primary custody of Cruz and has requested no spousal support. Despite the personal toll, Cartwright expressed gratitude for the support from fans and emphasized her newfound strength. Jax Taylor, appearing subdued, has yet to publicly comment on the details of the divorce.