Brittany Cartwright Discusses Hardest Moment to Film in Her Reality TV Career
Brittany Cartwright revealed the hardest part of her reality TV career and how Teresa Giudice helped her. Brittany also shared how she was “triggered” while filming Special Forces due to her “toxic relationship” with estranged husband Jax Taylor.
Though Brittany started the grueling competition show with a positive attitude, she quit soon after the first episode began. In one scene, sergeants yelled at the Valley star after placing a bag on her head and putting her face in the mud. Though she eventually jumped out of a helicopter, Brittany threw in the towel after being asked to run a long distance.
“Obviously, physically, there’s nothing that compares to Special Forces and the stuff that you go through,” said Brittany in an interview with Parade. “But my life on The Valley Season 2 was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. It’s completely different. There’s no way to compare the two, but Season 2, out of my 10 years in reality TV, was the hardest thing I’ve ever done.”
The star shared how she’s now doing.
“I feel great,” she explained. “I’ve almost been separated… it’ll be two years in January. A lot of people don’t realize how long it actually has been because The Valley Season 2 just ended. But yeah, two years in January. So, I’ve been in such a better place than I was last season.”
She said the hardest part of filming Special Forces was being away from her son.
“With his autism, it’s hard,” shared Brittany. “I just was trying to explain [to him], you know, ‘I will be right back,’ and just spend as much time as I could with him leading up to the day that I left. I’ve never been gone from him that long. So, I would FaceTime him whenever I could before we started everything. And he’s just always smiling [and] kissing the phone. He’s amazing. So, he was happy to see me when I came home, for sure.”
“Teresa kind of became like a mama bear [to me on Special Forces],” said Brittany of her costar. “She was cleaning the mud off my face and doing little cute things like that.”
Despite her early exit, Brittany said she’s proud of everything she did to prep for the show.
“I was carrying Cruz up and down the stairs,” said Brittany. “And like, trying to push a stroller up a big hill and just doing stuff like that.”
Speaking to Decider, Brittany claimed that the show’s Directing Staff (DS) “triggered” her, though she thought she could “handle” the screaming and yelling because she just got out of “such a toxic relationship” with her husband, Jax. But it reality, it made it worse.
“I wasn’t prepared like I thought I was, emotionally and mentally, to deal with something like that again,” said Brittany. “I know that’s their job. No hate towards them whatsoever. That’s their job to put us through the wringer, to do all that stuff. But men screaming at me and putting me down and just telling me how weak I was just wasn’t for me.”
“I’m just so proud of myself that I [jumped out of a helicopter] because I’m the type of person who doesn’t even want to look over the side of a balcony,” she said.
Brittany shared that she didn’t reach out to Tom Sandoval, who competed in an earlier season, because she hasn’t spoken to him in years and he’s no longer in her circle of friends.
“As soon as they put the bags on our heads and were yelling at us and everything else, it didn’t feel like [a TV show] anymore,” she said. “I was shaking uncontrollably. Even in the very beginning, I thought I was going to have a panic attack just from having the bag over my head. It was over 100 degrees outside. It was so hot. We’re in regular clothes, bags overhead. If I didn’t find a little pocket of air – I was able to put my chin down and have this little bit of light right there – if I wouldn’t have had that, I don’t know what I would have done. And thank God the DS didn’t see me doing that because I was able to go like this and lay down with my head against my chin and breathe that way.”
As for her decision to quit, Brittany said she was “definitely disappointed in myself.”
“I came in really wanting to prove something. I really wanted to show something. I think signing up for that show is showing something. I’ve been getting a lot of hate and a lot of different things about the show,” she said. “[I’ve been getting] a lot of support as well. It’s not all bad. But a lot of people are like, ‘Oh, you didn’t even look tired.’ I’m like, ‘Wait, are we watching the same show?’ I was exhausted, I could not move my legs anymore. I could not do anything anymore … I didn’t have any more to give at that point. I was just like, ‘I miss my son. This is so hard. I faced my fear. I can be proud of myself.’”
Eddie Judge Shocks Fans by Officially Accusing Wife Tamra Judge of Having an Affair with a Boyband Singer, While Tamra Claims Eddie is Gay, Doesn’t Know How to Have Sexual Relations, and Threatens to Divorce Him
A Scandalous Drama Unfolds
In an explosive revelation that has left the Real Housewives universe reeling, Eddie Judge has officially accused his wife, Tamra Judge, of having an affair with a
boyband singer, while Tamra has fired back with shocking allegations of her own. According to sources close to the couple, Eddie has claimed that Tamra’s infidelity involves a well-known singer from a popular boyband—allegedly a significant blow to their already tumultuous marriage. In retaliation, Tamra has made bombshell claims about Eddie’s sexuality, accusing him of being gay, saying he doesn’t know how to have sexual relations, and threatening to file for divorce.
The stunning public dispute has sent shockwaves through fans and the entertainment world, with many questioning whether this explosive drama is real or another spectacle for The Real Housewives of Orange County
cameras.
The Allegations: Eddie’s Shocking Accusations
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Eddie Judge, known for his calm demeanor on RHOC, surprised fans when he took to social media with a cryptic but pointed post, accusing his wife of cheating. In a now-deleted Instagram story, Eddie wrote:
“Sometimes the truth hurts. My wife has crossed a line I can never come back from. She’s been having an affair with someone who I once respected—someone from a famous boyband. I’ve been quiet for too long, but enough is enough.”
The accusation sent the internet into a frenzy, with fans immediately speculating about the identity of the boyband singer involved. While Eddie did not name names, many followers believe the affair could involve a member of a group like
Backstreet Boys or NSYNC, both of which are still iconic in pop culture and remain prominent in the public eye.
Sources close to Eddie say that he has been struggling with the betrayal, describing his marriage to Tamra as increasingly fractured in recent months.
“Eddie feels humiliated. He really trusted Tamra, and now this,” a source close to Eddie revealed. “This was a blow he didn’t see coming.”
Tamra’s Explosive Response: Accusations of Her Own
Not one to back down, Tamra Judge quickly fired back with accusations of her own, sparking an even more intense media storm. In a recent Instagram live video, Tamra stated:
“Eddie is the one with secrets. I’ve kept quiet for years, but I’ve had enough. Eddie has been lying to me, and the truth is, he’s gay. He doesn’t know how to have a normal, healthy sexual relationship with me. And it’s honestly pathetic.”
The allegations stunned viewers and the RHOC cast alike. In the same live session, Tamra claimed that Eddie had kept his sexual orientation hidden from her and that their marriage had always been strained because of his “confusion.”
“I’ve tried everything,” Tamra continued. “But I can’t keep pretending. He’s been leading me on for years. There’s no intimacy in our relationship. Eddie is clearly struggling with his identity, and I’ve been doing everything to hold it together.”
Tamra didn’t stop there. She further claimed that her own emotional distress over Eddie’s sexual confusion and their lack of connection had driven her to consider divorce.
“I can’t keep living this lie. I’m at a breaking point,” Tamra said tearfully. “If Eddie doesn’t face the truth, I’ll file for divorce. I deserve to be loved fully and honestly.”
A Marriage on the Brink
The shocking back-and-forth between Eddie and Tamra has raised questions about the state of their marriage. Fans of the couple, who have followed their relationship for years on
RHOC, are now reeling from the sudden explosion of private details into the public eye.
Eddie and Tamra’s relationship has always been a topic of discussion on the show, with many viewers expressing concern over their seemingly dysfunctional dynamic. Over the past few seasons, the couple has faced multiple challenges, including Tamra’s struggles with her children and Eddie’s health issues. However, these new revelations appear to be the most severe crisis the couple has faced to date.
“I thought they were solid,” one RHOC fan tweeted. “They always seemed like one of the more stable couples on the show. I can’t believe this is happening.”
Shannon Beador
, a longtime friend of Tamra’s, was reportedly shocked when she first heard the news. “Tamra was always so open about her relationship with Eddie. To hear her say these things, especially on social media, is devastating,” one source close to Shannon shared.
Will They Stay or Will They Go?
As of now, both Eddie and Tamra’s future remains unclear. While neither has formally filed for divorce, the allegations have undoubtedly created an unbridgeable rift between the two. The public nature of their fight, especially in the
RHOC spotlight, has only intensified the situation.
Sources close to the couple say that they’ve been in therapy in an attempt to resolve their issues, but with both parties accusing the other of betrayal, it’s unclear whether any reconciliation is possible.
“Tamra is hurt and angry. She wants answers, and Eddie is not giving her the truth she needs,” the source added. “She feels betrayed on so many levels. Whether or not they can move past this remains to be seen.”
Fans React: Mixed Emotions and Speculation
The RHOC fanbase has been divided in their reactions to the shocking allegations. Some fans are siding with Tamra, expressing sympathy for her alleged suffering at the hands of Eddie’s hidden truth, while others are supporting Eddie, feeling that Tamra’s public attack on him was uncalled for.
“Tamra is going too far. I think Eddie is being honest about his feelings, and she’s exploiting it for sympathy,” one follower posted.
“Tamra deserves to be happy, but this feels like a manipulation tactic. I hope they both get the help they need,” another fan commented.
Meanwhile, speculation about the identity of the boyband singer continues to run rampant, with fans engaging in debates over which famous musician could have been involved.
“I’m dying to know who the boyband member is!” one fan tweeted. “This is insane!”
Conclusion: A Reality TV Love Story in Crisis
Eddie and Tamra Judge’s public fallout has become one of the most explosive and controversial moments in RHOC history. With shocking accusations, personal betrayals, and a marriage on the verge of collapse, this scandal has captivated viewers and turned the couple’s private struggles into an ongoing reality TV drama.
While it’s unclear what the future holds for Eddie and Tamra, one thing is certain: their relationship has been irrevocably changed, and RHOC fans will be watching every step of the fallout unfold in the upcoming season.
For now, the once seemingly stable couple is facing the harsh reality of love, betrayal, and public scrutiny—proving once again that nothing in reality TV is ever as it seems.
