Jarrett 'JT' Thomas Announces Exit fromSouthern Charmamid Filming for Upcoming Season 10: 'I No Longer Wish to Participate'

Mar. 15, 2025

Jarrett “JT” Thomas.Photo:Stephanie Diani/Bravo

Stephanie Diani/Bravo

Jarrett “JT” Thomasis making a sudden exit fromSouthern Charm.

On Nov. 8, JT took to hisInstagramto announce the news in a lengthy statement. Explaining that he would be leaving the reality show immediately, despite filming for season 10 still going on, JT hinted that his time on the Bravo hit had not been enjoyable.

He concluded: “I will leave it at that for now… while I work on next steps to recover both physically and mentally from what has been an extremely challenging & exhausting year.”

“You’re a gentleman. It’s not unnoticed 👏,” one person commented.

One user said, “Aww darn ! Understand that you come first , the show is so secondary in your life .. selfishly enjoyed your push-back on the same old rhetoric.. wish you well !! ✨✨✨❤️”

“Doing what’s best for you is always the right choice .. not always the easy one .. all my best to you ….” another comment read.

From left: Leva Bonaparte, Jarrett Thomas, Madison LeCroy.Clifton Prescod/Bravo via Getty

Clifton Prescod/Bravo via Getty

JT joinedSouthern Charmin season 9,which ended with him and Austen butting headsafter JT confessed his feelings for Shep’s ex, Taylor Ann Green, who Kroll hadrecently hooked up with.

At the finale party, after Taylor revealed she did not have the same feelings for JT, he grew bitter toward Austen.

Production tried to break things up and JT vowed to Austen, “I’ll see you never again.”

From left: Taylor Ann Green, Jarrett Thomas, Austen Kroll.Clifton Prescod/Bravo via Getty, Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty, Maarten de Boer/NBCUniversal/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty

Clifton Prescod/Bravo via Getty, Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty, Maarten de Boer/NBCUniversal/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty

In the official description of what viewers could expect from JT in the upcoming season 10, it seems he is on the outs with more than just Austen.

“JT continues to be an outspoken rabble-rouser, stirring up controversy wherever he goes,” it read. “Despite his best intentions, his rapport with many in the group starts to go up in flames. However, Venita turns out to be his constant and offers a shoulder to lean on as he tries to mend friendships.”

It continued: “After breaking up with boyfriend Manny last year, Venita realizes that she and JT have an undeniable attraction and connection that goes deeper than most. She starts to question her feelings toward him amidst preserving her own friendships with those he may not be on the best terms with.”

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Southern Charmcan be streamed in full on Peacock.

source: people.com