Jax Taylor, born Jason Michael Cauchi on July 11, 1979, in Shelby Township, Michigan, is a prominent American television personality, model, and actor. He is best known for his role in Bravo's reality series "Vanderpump Rules," where he appeared as one of the original cast members from 2013 to 2020. Taylor's career spans modeling, acting, and entrepreneurship, with notable roles in TV films like "Sharknado: The 4th Awakens" and the movie "Savage Salvation." Before his reality TV fame, Taylor pursued a modeling career in Europe and the U.S., appearing in campaigns for major brands such as Macy's, Target, and Skechers. He also shared an apartment with Channing Tatum during his time in Miami. His modeling career included features in top-tier magazines like Esquire, Cosmopolitan, and Men's Health. In 2007, he became the cover model for the video game "Assassin’s Creed," further solidifying his presence in the industry. Taylor's rise to fame on "Vanderpump Rules" was marked by his tumultuous relationships and dramatic storylines, making him a central figure in the show. He was married to Brittany Cartwright, and they had a spin-off series, "Vanderpump Rules: Jax and Brittany Take Kentucky," in 2017. However, both Jax and Brittany were fired from "Vanderpump Rules" in December 2020 due to controversial past actions. Recently, Jax Taylor has continued to expand his career. He opened a sports bar, "Jax's," in Studio City, California, in October 2023. Additionally, he has appeared in the series "The Valley," which began airing in March 2024, and competed in the reality show "House of Villains," which premiered in the same month as his bar's opening. Taylor remains a notable figure in reality television, with ongoing projects and business ventures.