Rachel “Raquel” Leviss is under fire from fans for turning the moment about herself after publicly wishing former “Vanderpump Rules” star Jax Taylor well as he enters a mental health facility.
Taylor’s decision to seek help comes in the wake of his split from Brittany Cartwright, adding a layer of personal struggle to his journey toward mental wellness.
Rachel Leviss’s comments quickly drew criticism from her followers, who felt her message was self-centered during Jax Taylor’s time of need.
Rachel Leviss Offers Support To Jack Taylor Amid Mental Health Battle
Leviss extended her sympathies to Taylor via a heartfelt Instagram post. In the screen recording of her notes app, the 29-year-old expressed sorrow over Taylor’s struggles and applauded his decision to enter a treatment facility.
Leviss drew parallels between her own experience and Taylor’s. She referenced the criticism she faced when she disclosed her mental health struggles following the fallout from her affair with Tom Sandoval. In her words:
“I pray that his news is met with the open-mindedness that mine lacked, as I faced mockery and accusations of simply being in a spa.”
The reality TV star concluded her message by advocating for increased access to mental healthcare, particularly for those in the spotlight. The situation highlights the urgent need for mental healthcare and accessible treatment for reality tv stars,” Leviss urged.
The ‘VPR’ Alum Was Slammed For Post About Jax Taylor’s Rehab Journey
Despite her well-intentioned post captioned, “Wishing you a speedy recovery,” many Instagram users accused Leviss of making Taylor’s struggles about herself.
Criticism poured in, with this commenter writing, “How did you already manage to make this about yourself,” while a second urged, “Quit. Making. It. About. You.”
The criticism grew harsher with comments like, “You should go back because this is passive aggressive, immature and incredibly embarrassing. You should be ashamed of yourself.”
One follower expressed frustration, “Honestly, enough girl. You said you left VPR to be done with it all and for your mental health, but you can’t stop talking about anything and everything that happens. It’s getting old.”
Some questioned her sincerity, suggesting that she was merely seeking attention or trying to maintain a certain public image. “If you actually cared you wouldn’t post this here. You just want people to believe the narrative that you are empathetic,” one comment read.
The overwhelming consensus was that Leviss’s attempt to show empathy fell flat. “Yikes, this did not have the impact you thought it would,” a netizen noted.
Jax Taylor Entered Rehab Amid Split From Brittany Cartwright
Leviss’s Instagram post controversy erupted a day after The Blast reported that Taylor had checked into a mental health rehabilitation facility.
The TV personality’s representative shared that Taylor decided to seek in-patient treatment following his separation from his longtime partner.
“Jax has always been candid about his mental health struggles, especially during the past few months on his [When Reality Hits] podcast. He has made the decision to seek in-patient treatment,” the rep stated.
The announcement highlighted the 45-year-old’s ongoing mental health challenges and emphasized the need for privacy during this difficult time.
“This is a particularly sensitive time for him and his family. They ask for privacy and respect until he is ready to speak more on this matter,” the rep added.
Taylor And Cartwright Denied Cheating Rumors Amid Split
The former couple’s split in February followed months of visible tension on their “Vanderpump Rules” spinoff, “The Valley.”
Despite exchanging vows in 2019 and welcoming their son, Cruz, in 2021, their seemingly picture-perfect relationship crumbled amid persistent arguments.
The former “Vanderpump Rules” stars addressed rumors about possible infidelity, with Taylor vehemently denying these accusations during an emotional moment on the show.
“There’s no affairs, there’s no cheating, there’s no abuse, there’s none of that. I’m so triggered. My fuse is this big,” Taylor told his pal, Jason Caperna. Cartwright also addressed the rumors, explaining that their troubles intensified after filming ended:
“We were already having issues all summer long, but once the cameras stopped rolling, things seemed like they were getting worse and worse and worse and worse.”
Rachel Leviss Embraces New Beginnings In Love After Cheating Scandal
Before the recent controversies surrounding Leviss and Taylor’s rehab stint, Leviss opened up about returning to the dating scene on her podcast.
Still recovering from her own cheating scandal, Leviss took a year off to focus on personal growth. The Blast reported that the model discussed her dating criteria with “Love Undercover’s” Renee Ash in an episode of “Rachel Goes Rogue.”
“I’ve taken a year off of dating to work on myself,” Leviss revealed before noting that she is prioritizing emotional intelligence in potential partners. In her words:
“Now that I’m getting back out there and meeting new people – I met someone who I had awesome communication with, and he was very emotionally intelligent and emotionally regulated, and it just didn’t work out.”
After a year-long hiatus from romance, Leviss confessed to having a “fling” with someone “so sweet and so kind,” hinting at her rumored relationship with businessman Matthew Dunn.
As Rachel Leviss navigates the fallout from her well-intentioned post about Jax Taylor, the situation highlights the ongoing struggles and complexities faced by those in the public eye.
