Tamra Judge Shades Jax Taylor With 3-Word Response to His Valley Exit

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Tamra Judge is calling out Jax Taylor.

After it was revealed that a star from “The Valley” had decided not to return for the third season of the show, another Bravolebrity began to wonder about the true motive behind Jax’s departure from the reality program.

During the July 17 edition of their podcast named “Two T’s in a Pod“, Teddi Mellencamp pointed out, “Another small detail I recently found as we were recording this podcast: Jax mentioned he won’t be coming back.

Later on, Tamra responded to the sudden exit of the former Vanderpump Rules cast member with a subtly critical, three-word statement.

As The Real Housewives of Orange County star replied, “So, he’s fired?”

Despite Teddi clarifying why Jax chose to leave, he mentioned his commitment to his sobriety and mental health, Tamra simply responded, “So, he got fired. Understood.

On July 16, Jax made the announcement that he’s departing from the reality show, after a challenging season two and ongoing divorce proceedings with his estranged wife Brittany Cartwright. Together, they have a 4-year-old son named Cruz.

In a heartfelt message to TopMob News, I’ve decided to take a step back from the upcoming season of “The Valley.” This decision comes after a demanding year and some sincere discussions with my team and producers. At this moment, my primary focus is on my personal journey towards sobriety, nurturing my mental wellbeing, and fulfilling my role as a devoted coparent to our precious son, Cruz. This pause is essential for me to grow and evolve into the best person I can be—not just for myself, but most importantly, for our son.

The announcement arrived following Jax’s temporary absence during season two, as he chose to seek treatment at a rehabilitation center due to struggles with addiction and psychological problems.

Yet, despite his physical absence, he made a significant impact on Brittany, 36, and the entire cast through the irate messages he sent and the rare confessionals recorded while he resided among them.

The season also featured Brittany filing for divorce after five years of marriage.

In the recent television events, Jax has publicly acknowledged and apologized for his past angry outbursts and misbehavior, addressing both his supporters and his former partner.

To begin with, I’d like to express my sincere apologies to everyone tuning in at this moment. The scenes that were broadcast are quite distressing for many viewers, and I find myself revisiting those episodes for the first time now. It’s a strange feeling to watch it back, as I’m left feeling deeply ashamed of my past actions.

He went on to say, “No one deserves to endure behavior like mine. Nobody should be subjected to any form of verbal abuse. I truly regret that people had to witness such unpleasantness.

The Valley‘s season two finale airs July 22 at 8 p.m. on Bravo.

In the meantime, keep reading to see other TV stars who left their hit TV shows.

Jax Taylor has decided not to rejoin ‘The Valley’ for season three, due to increasing fan apprehension about his actions in the show’s second season.

Currently, I must prioritize my sobriety, mental well-being, and shared parenting duties, as expressed by the Bravo personality in July 2025 amidst a difficult divorce with his estranged spouse, Brittany Cartwright. This period of reflection is essential for me to grow into the best possible individual—particularly for our son, Cruz.

Tracy Ifeachor, a prominent cast member on The Pitt’s successful debut season of its medical drama, chose to depart the show following the initial season.

On Instagram, July 10th, the actress expressed her heartfelt gratitude for having portrayed Dr. Heather Collins in a groundbreaking season and production: “It was an immense honor! Many thanks to all who tuned in, showed support during Season 1, and shared their personal experiences with me.

It’s possible that spectators might have suspected that Pedro Pascal’s character Joel Miller would meet a grim end, given that his demise in April 2025 mirrored his fate in The Last of Us Part II, the video game on which season two of The Last of Us is based. However, the moment when his character was viciously impaled left viewers stunned nonetheless.

Meanwhile, Pascal, who met his onscreen demise in both ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, handled his frequent on-screen deaths with a sense of humor. He jokingly told Entertainment Weekly, “I get killed a lot… I like to die.

Following what he called “one thrilling journey,” Peter Krause formally ended his portrayal of Bobby Nash, the captain of the Los Angeles Fire Department on the television series 9-1-1, in an episode of the dramatic series that aired in April 2025.

In a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, Krause expressed that Bobby Nash was crafted with sacrifice in mind, and he was designed for this role. Emergency responders put their lives on the line every day, enabling others to live safely. His character’s development pays tribute to these brave individuals.

The demise of the troubled yet adored firefighter sparked a lot of discussion, as showrunner Tim Minear admitted to Variety. He stated, “After eight years, it seemed necessary for us to create stories with genuine tension in the future, and that meant someone had to be lost.

Prior to the commencement of the third season for “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” actress Reneé Rapp disclosed her decision to depart from the show’s cast, marking her exit from the Max series.

She shared on social media in July 2023, “College friends transported me to Los Angeles and connected me with some of my dearest companions.” Now, over two and a half years later – they’ve brought me this incredible group of people and this vibrant community.

In simpler terms, Mindy Kaling, one of the show’s co-creators, confirmed that Renee Rapp would no longer be a part of the series. On her Instagram Stories, she expressed her affection for Rapp, stating, “We’re going to miss Leighton Murray terribly!” She also hinted at Rapp’s flourishing music career, expressing excitement about seeing her friend on tour.

Over a year ago, there were whispers that Kevin Costner might suddenly depart from the successful Paramount drama following four and a half seasons. In June 2024, he officially announced his decision not to rejoin for the show’s fifth and final season.

For 19 years, Ellen Pompeo portrayed Meredith Grey, and in February 2023, she donned her scrubs one last time as a principal cast member on ABC’s dramatic series.

On The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022, Pompeo expressed a need for change, saying “I need to switch things up a bit”. At age 53, she feels her mind is like scrambled eggs and needs a new challenge. Just as you can’t do the New York Times crossword puzzle every day, she needs something fresh and different too.

The actor who played Superman in Batman vs. Superman, Henry Cavill, has announced he won’t be part of the Netflix series after its third season. Instead, Liam Hemsworth is set to take over as Geralt starting from season four, with possibilities for future seasons too.

On Instagram in October 2022, Cavill expressed that his time as Geralt of Rivia has been a mix of monsters and exciting escapades. Sadly, he’ll be hanging up his insignia and swords for Season 4.

Originally cast as Jesse Lee Soffer, the character he portrayed, Detective Jay Halstead, bid farewell in 2022 after a decade-long tenure, marking the end of his beloved role on the show.

Every week, crafting this hour-long drama has been a heartfelt endeavor for everyone involved, as expressed by Soffer following his last performance in the October 5th episode of NBC’s procedural. He remains deeply honored for his time portraying Det. Jay Halstead.

After five seasons, Damian Lewis departed Showtime’s Billions in Oct. 2021.

By August 2021, it became known that Emily VanCamp put away her stethoscope permanently, as she had departed from Fox’s series, The Resident.

Following three enjoyable seasons as Macy, the eldest sister on the CW’s reboot of Charmed, Madeleine Mantock announced her departure before season four in 2021. In a statement, she expressed gratitude for the “incredible privilege” of working alongside our talented producers, creatives, cast, and crew.

As it transpires, Elizabeth Keen will not uncover Raymond Reddington’s true identity because Megan Boone, who portrayed her on NBC’s The Blacklist, decided to depart from the series at the conclusion of season eight. Sadly, her character was eliminated prior to reading the letter that would have disclosed everything. Boone signified the end of Liz’s voyage in 2021 with an Instagram post where she labeled it “a dream.

In the second installment of “Bridgerton”, one duke was missing. Rege-Jean Page, who had captivated audiences with his stellar performance in Netflix’s blockbuster series, left fans everywhere heartbroken when it was revealed that he wouldn’t reprise his role for the 2021 season.

Later on, he clarified to Vanity Fair that he had taken on a task, completed it, and then went on to do some additional tasks. In essence, that’s the entire story. He lamented that it wasn’t as exciting or glamorous as one might imagine.

Ruby Rose first appeared in the Arrowverse crossover in 2018 and starred as Kate Kane (also known as Batwoman) for one season on The CW drama. This marked a significant milestone as it made her the first lesbian superhero to lead her own show, with her character coming out as gay in a memorable TV scene. However, two days after the season one finale aired in 2020, she announced her departure from the role. The part was later taken over by Javicia Leslie, who will portray Ryan Wilder and assume control of the Batcave in season two.

Later on in season two, Kate got a bit of a face swap and returned played by Wallis Day.

In 2020, America Ferrera chose to step away from the TV show Superstore at the end of season five, which left Cloud 9 without a manager and the series without its main character. However, due to the pandemic, she appeared in the first two episodes of season six before the show was concluded as its final season. In the series finale, she returned to provide Amy and Jonah (Ben Feldman) with the satisfying ending they deserved.

In the finale of the 2019 fourth season of the Syfy series “The Magicians”, Jason Ralph’s character Quentin embarked on a mission to rescue Eliot (Hale Appleman), which he ultimately accomplished, but at the cost of his own life. Although the show is known for bringing characters back from the dead, Ralph was not present for the fifth and final season.

Ahead of the final season, Arrow‘s Emily Bett Rickards announced her exit in a poem of sorts.

Felicity and I are incredibly close, but starting from day eight, we’ll have to part ways with you,” she penned down.

She did, however, return for a guest appearance in the show’s 2020 series finale.

In 2018, after a lengthy period of contract talks, Lauren Cohan bid farewell to The Walking Dead. Although she featured in several episodes of the ninth season, her character Maggie Greene was absent following a six-year time leap. There were expectations that she might reappear in some form for season 10, and after her show Whiskey Cavalier ended prematurely, this hope came true. Cohan made her dramatic comeback in the 16th episode of the current season, which was broadcast in October 2020.

Following closely behind Cohan and Andrew Lincoln’s departure from the zombie drama, Gurira also said goodbye. She joined the AMC series during season three as the katana-wielding character Michonne, and her final appearance was in a season 10 episode that aired in March 2020.

As a prominent cast member during season one and a main character in season two, Nicollette Sheridan portrayed the legendary Alexis Carrington. In 2019, prior to the start of season three, she disclosed her decision to depart from the CW reboot to devote time to her ailing mother.

As a devoted devotee, I’d like to share that I, much like George Eads, chose to step away from the CBS remake back in 2019, around the middle of season three. At that point in time, I too felt the pull to prioritize my family over my professional commitments and decided to take a break.

The television series “Lethal Weapon,” starring Fox, has been no stranger to drama involving its cast members. Actor Clayne Crawford was dismissed from the show following the second season, and in October 2018, Damon Wayans, his co-star, announced his intention to leave the successful drama after completing the initial 13 episodes of the third season. He stated, “I’m going to be quitting the show in December after we finish the initial 13, so I really don’t know what they’re planning, but that’s what I’m planning.” At 58 years old, Wayans, who plays Murtaugh, explained his decision by saying, “I’m a 58-year-old diabetic and I’m working 16-hour days… Murtaugh said, ‘too old for this.’

They didn’t have to create a new plan since the series got terminated at the conclusion of its third season instead.

During the ninth season of “Shameless,” Cameron Monaghan’s character got imprisoned. In actuality, after spending nine years on the show, Monaghan was eager to venture into new opportunities. However, in a surprising turn of events typical in television, he agreed to come back for season 10 and was back when the series resumed for its eleventh and final season in December 2020.

After nine seasons as Fiona Gallagher, Emmy Rossum announced plans to leave Shameless in 2018.

Executive producer John Wells declared that Emmy Rossum will always be considered a cherished member of the Shameless clan. Her exceptional portrayal of Fiona, coupled with her leadership on set and directing several episodes, significantly contributed to the show’s success. The team is currently working diligently to create a fitting finale for season nine that appropriately bids farewell to Fiona while acknowledging Emmy’s outstanding performance. Partings are always bittersweet when a valued family member decides to leave, but we hope to welcome Fiona back for visits or future residency. I eagerly anticipate continuing the tales of this unpredictable family, and although we will miss Emmy and her remarkable portrayal of Fiona, our door will always be open.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: I made an appearance in the hit NBC series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” when it initially graced our screens, but I chose to part ways after its debut. In 2018, through a series of tweets, I shared my decision to step away from the comedy, yet hinted at a potential return. Interestingly enough, I drew inspiration for this announcement from Emmy Rossum’s farewell message to “Shameless.” In 2017, I was blessed with the arrival of my son, and my character on the show took a maternity leave, absent from several episodes during season five, while my real-life partner, the talented Jordan Peele, and I navigated our new roles as parents.

Lincoln departed from the gore, toil, and grime of the zombie apocalypse on The Walking Dead during its ninth season. At San Diego Comic-Con in July 2018, he expressed, “These people have been an exceptional stand-in family for me. However, I also have a genuine family waiting for me, and it’s now time for me to return home.

After 15 years, Pauley Perrette bid farewell to her lab coat and departed from NCIS in 2018. She expressed, “I have such strong faith in God and the universe, and it became incredibly clear that now was the right moment.” Following careful consideration, she chose to announce it herself on Twitter, preferring not to let it be sensationalized. Abby’s departure, she emphasized, was not just a simple TV plot device.

Willa Holland, a founding cast member of The CW’s Arrow, was planning to leave the series for some time according to showrunner Marc Guggenheim in 2018. Holland requested a decrease in her episode appearances and eventually asked to be written out during season six. Interestingly, her departure occurred at the same time as Roy (Colton Haynes) returned, leading Thea and Roy to depart together to destroy the hazardous Lazarus Pits discovered by Thea’s late father.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it like this: In 2017, before the eighth season of Hawaii Five-0, I, Grace Park, along with my costar Daniel Dae Kim, chose to part ways from the show. Our departure was due to the fact that despite our best efforts, negotiations for pay parity with our fellow cast members were unsuccessful.

Later on, Park expressed gratitude for the valuable lessons gained, but asserted they opted for what upheld their personal values. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, they stated, “I understand that people strive to do their utmost, and each person’s perspectives are shaped by their unique experiences.

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