The knotty question of whether Jax Taylor would return for Season 3 of "The Valley" has now been answered: Through his team, Taylor has issued a statement saying he is stepping away from the Bravo show himself in order to focus on his recovery and mental health.

Jax Taylor confirmed that he's leaving The Valley after Season 2. He joined the Bravo show in Season 1 and took fans inside his life over the course of the last two seasons, from the shifting dynamics in his relationship with Brittany Cartwright as their marriage ended to the many changes in his friendships.