Jo Wenberg slammed Jax Taylor for calling her a “crack head” after he recently opened up about his cocaine and alcohol addiction. Meanwhile, Jax shared a cryptic post and update.
Earlier this week, The Valley star shared that he’s addicted to cocaine and alcohol, which is why he checked himself into rehab last year, though he’s now three months sober. The 45-year-old is currently divorcing his wife Brittany Cartwright, who separated from him in early 2024.
Jo, who starred on Vanderpump Rules for one season before the entire cast was fired, took insults continually from certain castmates, especially Katie Maloney, who was married to Jo’s ex, Tom Schwartz.
On her Instagram, Jo reacted to a headline about Jax’s cocaine addiction and sobriety.
“And he called me a crackhead…” wrote Jo in her own post.
In a separate post, Jo added, “Listen up, because this is a cautionary tale about the power of words and the importance of giving people grace.”
“Sooo Jax decided to label me a crack head – and let me be crystal clear: [I’m] not a crack head,” she went on. “His thoughtless comments spread like wildfire, and suddenly, my life turned upside down.”
Jo suggested that her family was also affected.
“All because someone with a bigger platform chose to drag my name through the mud,” she said. “I love those who stuck by me. You know who you are. As always, be kind. ❤️ spread some love!”
Around the same time, Jax shared a cryptic quote from @therelatablewall on Instagram: “When you overthink, remember this quote: ‘Worrying doesn’t take away tomorrow’s troubles, it takes away today’s peace.’” Under the quote, Jax added, “Have a great day!”
In a separate post, Jax shared a photo of himself at the gym during his weightlifting routine.
“Just me and the Iron,” he wrote. “My happy place…”
Though Jax once starred on Vanderpump Rules, he’s now on its spinoff, The Valley. His divorce from Brittany will reportedly be showcased on the upcoming season, which was recently filmed.