What Does Jax Taylor Do For A Living

So the other night, I’m scrolling aimlessly through Instagram—you know, the usual midnight rabbit hole of doom-scrolling—and I land on a video of Jax Taylor scrubbing a toilet. Not a fancy, reality-star toilet. A real, grimy, rental-property toilet. He’s wearing a flannel, muttering something about “water pressure issues,” and I literally paused my scroll. Wait… isn’t this the same guy who once threatened to fight someone over a bottle of champagne on Vanderpump Rules? The same man who called himself the “number one guy in the group”? Yeah, that Jax. And he’s cleaning a toilet. On camera. For money.

Which brings me to the million-dollar question: What does Jax Taylor actually do for a living? If you only know him from his screaming matches, his epic taglines, or his iconic “not-sorry” attitude, the answer might surprise you. Because Jax, my friends, is a walking, talking brand of reinvention. He’s not just a reality star anymore. He’s a podcast host, a father, a fitness enthusiast, a mental health advocate, and—apparently—a part-time handyman with a Wi-Fi connection. Let’s unpack this circus, shall we?

The OG Reality Star Pivot

First, let’s be real: Jax Taylor will always be famous for being Jax Taylor on Vanderpump Rules—that glorious, chaotic, eight-season saga of beautiful people being terrible to each other. He was the villain we loved to hate, the guy who lied about a stripper in Vegas and then cried about it. That show paid him a hefty check, but that train ended in 2020. So what’s a former reality villain to do when the cameras finally stop rolling? Get creative.

These days, Jax’s main gig is co-hosting a podcast called “When Reality Hits” with his wife, Brittany Cartwright. They dish on the show, the drama, and their marriage, and honestly? It’s unhinged in the best way. Ever listened to a couple air their marital laundry while sipping rosé? It’s like therapy, but with more curse words and less professionalism. He also launched a solo podcast, “The Jax Taylor Podcast,” where he talks about fitness, fatherhood, and his sobriety journey. Yes, he talks about mental health now. Irony, much?

Side Hustle King (Or Should I Say Hustle Prince?)

But Jax doesn’t stop at talking. He’s also a fitness influencer—which is ironic because his diet used to consist of beer and rage. Now he posts videos of himself lifting weights in his garage, and he sells a fitness app called “The Jax Taylor Method.” Is it a real workout plan? I’m honestly not sure. But he’ll tell you it’s about “discipline and consistency,” and he’ll say it with a straight face, which is half the battle.

Brittany Cartwright Made Home Change After Jax Taylor Left

Then there’s the real estate adventure. After leaving the show, Jax and Brittany flipped a few houses in Kentucky and California. They documented it all on social media—tile choices, paint disasters, the whole HGTV fantasy. The problem? Real life is not a 45-minute episode. They ended up selling their Kentucky mansion at a loss in 2023. Ouch. But hey, he’s still hustling. He recently bought a rental property in Florida, which brings me back to that toilet-scrubbing video. He’s not just the face of the brand; he’s the maintenance guy, too. Good for him.

The “Whatever Works” Philosophy

Here’s the thing that makes Jax fascinating: he’s a master of survival. He’ll pivot from reality TV to podcasting to fitness to handyman work without blinking an eye. He’s launched a clothing line (remember “Jax’s T-shirts”? No? Neither do I), sold merchandise with his face on it, and even dabbled in motivational speaking. Seriously, the man gave a talk about “owning your mistakes.” The audience was probably like, “But… you made them for a decade?”

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And let’s not forget his most unexpected role: a father. Since welcoming his son, Cruz, in 2021, Jax has turned into a softie. He posts diaper-changing tutorials and dad jokes. He’s even made peace with his former nemesis, Tom Sandoval, on the podcast. Wait, did I just write “nemesis” in the same paragraph as diaper changes? Reality is weird. His income now comes from affiliate links, podcast ads, sponsored Instagram posts, and, I swear, a tiny percentage from “becoming a better person” merch.

So, What’s the Bottom Line?

If you ask Jax Taylor what he does for a living, he’ll probably say something like: “I’m an entrepreneur, a dad, and a content creator.” But the real answer is simpler: he works the algorithm. He’s a reality star who refuses to fade away, and he’ll scrub a toilet on camera to prove he’s relatable. And you know what? It kinda works. He’s making money, staying relevant, and honestly, seems happier than when he was screaming at Lisa Vanderpump.

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So the next time you see Jax doing something weird on your feed—whether it’s lifting a kettlebell, crying about his son’s first steps, or fixing a leaky faucet—just remember: this is his job now. And honestly, it’s more honest than pretending to be a “model and bartender” on TV. Plus, he still makes great content. Even if that content is a man arguing with his own toilet.

Welcome to the new Jax. He’s messy, he’s unpredictable, and he’s employed. What a time to be alive.