Brittany Cartwright has spoken publicly for the first time about the emotional impact of discovering her estranged husband, Jax Taylor, is in a relationship with her former publicist and longtime friend, Lori Krebs. Calling the situation a 'complete betrayal', the reality television star shared how the revelation has affected her as she continues to navigate a difficult divorce.
Cartwright's comments came weeks after photographs of Taylor and Krebs together during a holiday in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, sparked widespread speculation about their relationship. The pair's romance quickly became a major talking point among fans of The Valley and Vanderpump Rules, with Cartwright now offering her own account of the deeply personal situation.
Brittany Cartwright Says the Relationship Felt Like a Personal Betrayal
In a candid interview, Cartwright explained that Krebs had been much more than her publicist over the past decade. She described her as someone she considered 'like a sister', making the news particularly painful.
'I'm shaking,' Cartwright admitted, before describing the relationship between Taylor and Krebs as a 'complete, complete betrayal'.
According to the reality star, the heartbreak stemmed from losing the trust of someone who had supported both her professional career and personal life for many years. Their friendship extended well beyond business, with the pair travelling together and remaining close throughout Cartwright's time on both Vanderpump Rules and The Valley.
A Warning Text Before the Story Became Public
Before images of Taylor and Krebs together appeared online, Cartwright revealed that she received a lengthy text message from Krebs warning her that the news would be upsetting.
In the message, Krebs acknowledged that Cartwright would likely feel betrayed while insisting that the relationship had only developed in recent months. She also maintained that she had never discussed Cartwright's private life, business matters or confidential conversations with Taylor during the years she represented her.
Despite the explanation, Cartwright said the message left her devastated.
She recalled that her 'heart sank' after reading it and immediately questioned Krebs about what she meant when she said her relationship with Taylor had changed.
Cartwright said she responded by telling Krebs that the situation was 'disgusting' and that she no longer wanted anything to do with her. According to Cartwright, Krebs switched off her phone shortly afterwards, and the two have not spoken since.
Friendship Spanning More Than Ten Years
Krebs became part of Cartwright and Taylor's lives after they were introduced through their mutual manager around a decade ago. Over the years, she remained a constant presence during Cartwright's television career, representing her through major milestones while also becoming a trusted friend.
The two women holidayed together on several occasions, including trips to Mexico and the Bahamas, making the breakdown of their friendship even more significant.
Cartwright also expressed frustration over reports suggesting Taylor and Krebs had bonded over their respective divorces and raising children on the autism spectrum.
She explained that, given everything she has experienced during the separation and her dedication to caring for her son Cruz, those comments were especially hurtful.
Divorce Drama Continues
The latest developments arrive as Cartwright and Taylor continue their lengthy divorce proceedings.
The former couple announced their separation in early 2024, with Cartwright filing for divorce later that year after four years of marriage. They share five-year-old son Cruz and have both publicly stated that co-parenting remains a priority despite their ongoing disagreements.
Their relationship has continued to make headlines in recent weeks beyond the romance controversy.
Taylor recently accused Cartwright of attempting to damage his career after she discussed his involvement in a social media campaign that he later claimed had been linked to an unauthorised promotional deal. He alleged that she had publicly embarrassed him and interfered with professional opportunities.
Cartwright strongly denied those accusations, saying she had responded honestly when addressing the situation on her podcast and social media.
Jax Taylor Confirms He Is in a New Relationship
Rumours surrounding Taylor and Krebs intensified after the pair were photographed appearing affectionate during a getaway in Puerto Vallarta.
Although Taylor did not initially identify his new partner, he later responded to a social media comment by confirming that he was 'taken', effectively confirming he was in a new relationship.
Following the reports, Cartwright ended her professional relationship with Krebs.
Sources close to the reality star have suggested that while Cartwright expected difficulties with her estranged husband, she found the actions of someone she had trusted for years far more difficult to accept.
Focusing on the Future
Despite the public attention surrounding her divorce and Taylor's new relationship, Cartwright has made it clear that her main focus remains her son and moving forward with her life.
While she has now shared her side of the story, she has repeatedly stressed that protecting her family's peace and wellbeing is her priority.
Her latest comments provide the clearest insight yet into why the situation has been so emotionally challenging, highlighting not only the breakdown of a marriage but also the loss of a decade-long friendship that she believed would last for years to come.
