Jax Taylor recently confirmed his new romantic status following intense speculation regarding his personal life. The 47-year-old reality star's comments come amid rumors that he is dating Lori Krebs, the former publicist for his ex-partner, Brittany Cartwright.
The mid-July Mexico vacation and the pool sighting
The rumors surrounding Taylor and Krebs gained momentum after the pair were reportedly seen together during a trip to Mexico in mid-July. according to the report, the two were spotted holding each other in a pool, an interaction described as an "indiscreet display" that immediately caught the attention of onlookers.
This sighting serevd as the catalyst for much of the recent tabloid scrutiny. While the specific nature of their time in Mexico was not detailed, the visual evidence of their closeness provided the foundation for the claims that their connection had moved beyond a professional client-representative relationship.
Brittany Cartwright's dismissal of LoriK Public Relations founder
Following the reports of the Mexico sighting, Brittany Cartwright reportedly took decisive action by firing Lori Krebs. As reported by Page Six, the 37-year-old star felt a deep sense of betrayal regarding the situation. A source close to Cartwright suggested that the reality star was "very upset" but not entirely surprised, noting that the bond between Krebs and Taylor appeared to be more than professional.
Cartwright addressed the controversy during an interview on her podcast, When Reality Hits, while speaking with her The Valley co-star Zack Wickham . While she promised to "speak my truth" in the near future, she emphasized that her current priority is her five-year-old son, Cruz, whom she shares with Taylor. The fallout has been significant for Krebs, whose firm, LoriK Public Relations, saw its founder's Instagram account deactivated shortly after the scandal broke.
A "taken" status confirmed via a Smartwater post
Jax Taylor provided his own confirmation of a relationship this week through a brief social media interaction. While responding to a fan on a shirtless photo promoting Smartwater, Taylor explicitly stated he was no longer single. When a follower commented, "Surprised you haven't got your own show yet. Or the next Bachelor, lol," Taylor repied, "No thanks I am taken ," accompanied by a red heart emoji.
Despite this direct confirmation, Taylor stopped short of naming his new partner. This ambiguity has allowed the speculation regarding Lori Krebs to continue, as the timing of his "taken" comment aligns closely with the public fallout between Cartwright and her former publicist.
The February 2024 split and the dragging divorce
This romantic development occurs against the backdrop of a complicated legal separation between Taylor and Cartwright. The couple announced their split in February 2024 , and Cartwright filed for divorce in August of that year. The timeline of their dissolution has been marked by delays and personal tension.
In an appearance on Watch What Happens Live in July 2025, it was noted that the divorce proceedings have been slow to conclude. The delay was attributed to both parties failing to submit necessary documentation in a timely manner, with mentions that "a lot of stuff... happened" during the process.
Will Jax Taylor officially name Lori Krebs?
Several questions remain unanswered as the story develops. While the evidence points toward a relationship with Krebs, Taylor has not explicitly named her as his girlfriend. It remains unclear if he intends to formalize the relationship publicly or if he will continue to keep his partner's identity private.
Furthermore, the full extent of Cartwright's upcoming "truth" remains unknown. While she has teased a more detailed public statement, the industry is waiting to see if she will address the specific professional breach involving Krebs or focus solely on her personal peace and her son.
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