Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright reunited at the star-studded White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Saturday as honored guests of DailyMail.com – just two months after announcing their separation.
The estranged couple mingled with a dazzling array of top-flight names including SNL host and event MC Colin Jost and United States President Joe Biden.
In an Insta Story picture taken from his dinner table, Jax, 44. revealed that he and Brittany, 35, had been seated next to each other – indicating their cordial equation as they co-parent their three-year-old son Cruz.
He even briefly filmed Brittany while she adjusted her dress, prompting her to gently admonish him: ‘Wait ’til I’m ready!’
Brittany oozed showbiz glamour in a shimmering, floor-length black gown that featured a band of sequins at its plunging neckline.
Jax Taylor (left) and Brittany Cartwright (right) reunited at the star-studded White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Saturday as honored guests of DailyMail.com
Jax meanwhile exuded classic elegance in a black tuxedo and matching bow tie, accessorizing with a watch and a scarlet pocket square
Jax and Brittany’s appearance came amid the dramatic launch of their new reality TV show The Valley and the ongoing public speculation surrounding their split
She accessorized with an elegant set of sheer opera gloves and lent the ensemble an added dash of luster with a glistening bracelet and a pair of rings.
Letting her luxurious brown hair cascade over her shoulders in gentle waves, she played up her luminous complexion with makeup.
Jax meanwhile exuded classic elegance in a black tuxedo and matching bow tie, accessorizing with a watch and a scarlet pocket square.
Amid the dramatic launch of their new reality TV show The Valley and the ongoing public speculation surrounding their split, Jax and Brittany were the picture of good cheer on the red carpet.
Marking their first-ever attendance at the WHCA Dinner, the duo both expressed their excitement at joining DailyMail.com, with father-of-one Jax saying: ‘Really looking forward to attending the White House Correspondents Dinner. This will definitely be a highlight of my life and an incredible evening.’
Brittany added: ‘I’m honored to have been invited to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner! This will be an unforgettable night and I’m so excited to be attending alongside so many amazing people.’
The event comes two months after the duo stunned fans with the news that they were separating after four years of marriage and nine years total together.
At the time, the lovebirds announced the news of their breakup after rumors about marital issues.
In an Insta Story picture taken from his dinner table, Jax revealed that he and Brittany had been seated next to each other
He even briefly filmed Brittany while she adjusted her dress, prompting her to gently admonish him: ‘Wait ’til I’m ready!’
Brittany, 35, oozed showbiz glamour in a shimmering, floor-length black gown that featured a band of sequins at its plunging neckline
She accessorized with an elegant set of sheer opera gloves and lent the ensemble an added dash of luster with a glistening bracelet and a pair of rings
Brittany also posted an update to her Insta Stories from the event
At the time of their split, Brittany admitted: ‘Jax and I are taking time apart and I made the decision to move into another home to take some space for the sake of my mental health.’
Just a few weeks ago, Brittany finally revealed the reason behind their split in an exclusive interview with DailyMail.com, insisting that it had nothing to do with their return to reality TV in The Valley, which sees the duo documenting their new lives as parents of a toddler.
Instead, she explained how the birth of their first child Cruz in 2021 made her reevaluate her marriage to the controversial Vanderpump Rules villain.
‘Jax is Jax, whether he’s on TV or not on TV – that’s something everybody needs to understand,’ she said.
‘So for me, it was just kind of like taking up for myself. Having a child really woke me up and lifted a veil a little bit of what I deserve and what I am going to put up with for the rest of my life,’ she continued.
The political party, which takes place Saturday, April 27 in D.C. will feature some of the biggest names in government and in Hollywood
The event will be attended by President Joe Biden (seen left at last year’s dinner) and will be hosted by SNL star Colin Jost (seen right with his wife Scarlett Johansson)
The event comes two months after the duo (seen in May 2023 with their son) stunned fans with the news that they were separating after four years of marriage and nine years total together
Brittany also admitted that the couple came under financial strain when they were fired from Vanderpump Rules in 2020 – which contributed to fractures in their marriage
‘It wasn’t because we were on a TV show. It was just because of the way we were interacting with each other time after time after time.
‘And I just knew that I had to… figure out what I want to do for my future and make things a super positive living situation for my son. That’s all that I care about.’
Brittany also admitted that the couple came under financial strain when they were fired from Vanderpump Rules in 2020 – which contributed to fractures in their marriage.
And in a further shocking twist, just yesterday DailyMail.com reported that Brittany and Jax had plans to extend their family prior to their breakup.
During a conversation with former co-star Scheana Shay about pregnancy plans, Brittany was asked if she and Jax were considering a sibling for Cruz.
‘Yeah, this month we’re officially trying,’ she replied.
The timing of the filmed conversation is uncertain, but it likely occurred during the filming of Season 11 of VPR, which took place between June and September 2023.
The confession comes after Brittany admitted to DailyMail.com that she and Jax were in the baby-making mood weeks before their split.
‘Everything is going great with Jax, he’s an amazing father and it’s made me fall in love with him even more,’ said the TV star at the time.
And in a further shocking twist, just yesterday DailyMail.com reported that Brittany and Jax had plans to extend their family prior to their breakup (seen in 2020)
‘It’s been so good for our relationship to be working again. It got a little weird after we left Vanderpump Rules, but now we’re back on track and I think it’s good for us to both stay busy.’
Jax and Brittany first met in Las Vegas in 2015. Their budding romance was shown on Vanderpump Rules and their spinoff Jax & Brittany Take Kentucky.
Their love proved to withstand the tests of Hollywood as it continued to bloom after they stepped away from the cameras in 2020.
Afterwards, they welcomed son Cruz and experienced a slew of relationship challenges, which they struggled to overcome, and soon had no choice but to go their separate ways.
The ex-lovebirds have also stayed in touch with their former Vanderpump Rules costars. Their second spinoff, The Valley, premiered on Bravo on March 19.
But, government officials and celebrities will see them back in the same room together at the WHCA dinner.
Last year, DailyMail.com welcomed Lisa Vanderpump and Ariana Madix to jet to D.C. to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner as honored guests.
Lisa and Ariana exclusively gushed to DailyMail.com about their excitement. ‘I don’t know what’s more complicated reality television or politics – I guess I’ll find out on Saturday evening,’ Lisa quipped.
Last year, Vanderpump Rules stars Ariana Madix and Lisa Vanderpump attended the event with DailyMail.com
Martha Stewart was DailyMail.com’s celebrity guest in the year before and a photo taken that night of her with the then-couple Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson went viral
‘I’m delighted to be attending this year’s White House Correspondents Association dinner as a guest of DailyMail.com,’ said Vanderpump.
Lisa was joined by Rules co-star, Ariana Madix, who was in the wake of her recent relationship implosion with Tom Sandoval.
In the years prior, domestic goddess, Martha Stewart attended the event as Daily Mail’s celebrity guest. A snapshot of Martha with Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson, who were making their first public appearances as a couple at the time, went viral.
The dinner is an annual fundraising event held by the White House Correspondents’ Association to raise money for journalism scholarships.
Last year, the soiree was helmed by former Daily Show host Trevor Noah, the first comedian to headline the event since Michelle Wolf in 2018.
It brings together journalists, politicians and celebrities under one roof for a rare night away from politics where the well-heeled can let their hair down.
For years, comedians have poked fun at political leaders and journalists alike at the Correspondents’ dinner. Previous hosts have included Conan O’Brien, Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers.
Every president since Calvin Coolidge had attended the WHCA’s annual dinner with the exception of Trump.
