Overview

• Jax Taylor credits his 3-year-old son Cruz as his primary motivation for overcoming addiction, mental health challenges, and suicidal thoughts during his lowest moments.
• Season 2 of The Valley, premiering April 15, will showcase raw footage from 2024, highlighting Taylor's struggles with divorce, rehab, and custody battles.
• Taylor expressed mixed emotions about the upcoming season, admitting he feels ashamed of his past but hopes his story will raise awareness about men's mental health.
• The series continues to evolve with cast dynamics, including appearances by Vanderpump Rules alumni and discussions about integrating figures like Tom Schwartz more permanently.
• Both Taylor and Brittany Cartwright, now divorced, are focused on co-parenting Cruz and striving for an amicable relationship despite past tensions.