AceShowbiz - Jax Taylor, known for his role on Bravo's "Vanderpump Rules" and spinoff "The Valley", has publicly acknowledged his addiction to cocaine while marking more than 80 days of sobriety.

In a raw and emotional episode of Bravo's "Hot Mic" podcast hosted by executive producer Alex Baskin, the 45-year-old star confessed, "This is tough to say. ... I'm an addict. I have substance issues, primarily with cocaine. Oh, that's hard to say out loud."

Admitting to struggling with addiction on and off since he was 23, Taylor shared that there were periods of abstinence interspersed with heavy use. Despite the secrecy, he believes viewers of "Vanderpump Rules" suspected his drug use over the years.

"I think a lot of people who watched 'Vanderpump Rules' over the years could kinda tell that I was on something," he stated.

The decision to address his addiction publicly coincides with intense personal challenges, including his separation from wife Brittany Cartwright. The estranged couple shares a 3-year-old son, Cruz, and the split has exacerbated Taylor's substance use issues.

"I'm going through a divorce right now, which is extremely difficult. When Brittany and I separated is when the addiction got worse," Taylor revealed, recounting his path to rehab.

Taylor's journey to recovery wasn't straightforward. He initially attended rehab but relapsed due to a triggering incident involving Cartwright. His subsequent behavior, especially in front of his young son, was a wake-up call. "That's when I knew, 'S***, I have a problem. It's still there,' " he confessed. After this realization, he checked himself back into rehab.

Despite completing just 17 days out of a planned 31-day stint in rehab, Taylor feels the experience was profoundly beneficial. Upon returning home, he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder and acknowledged his narcissistic tendencies. His return marked by a determination to improve for the sake of his son.

However, Cartwright remains skeptical of Taylor's long-term sobriety. "His behaviors are still alarming, and his treatment plan seems to be the bare minimum," she told People.

For Taylor, every day is a battle, but he is committed to change. "I'm proud to say I'm 82, 83 days sober right now," he said, highlighting the longest period he has ever gone without substances. He aims to maintain this newfound sobriety while co-parenting with Cartwright, hoping to build a better future for their son, Cruz.