James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it’s not an apology

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

As someone who has closely followed the rollercoaster ride that is Vanderpump Rules, I must say, the latest news about James Kennedy’s arrest and the upcoming reboot of the show has left me both stunned and intrigued.

James Kennedy has broken his silence about being arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence

And it was not an apology.

I’ve been totally engrossed, following every detail, and here’s what I gather from the latest update: Although his legal team has taken a firm stand, indicating they’re delving deep into the allegations of domestic violence – miraculously, there were no physical injuries reported in this case.

Kennedy’s legal team stated on Friday, when speaking to DailyMail.com, that they are currently examining the accusations made by the Burbank Police Department regarding James.

‘It seems nobody was hurt, and we’re optimistic that, upon thorough examination, the city lawyers won’t pursue official accusations.’

Kennedy got taken into custody due to a domestic violence allegation following his attendance at Kathy Hilton’s Christmas party with his partner, Ally Lewber, on the third day of the week.

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

According to TMZ, authorities arrested Kennedy following a dispute with a woman at a local residence in Burbank, which prompted the police response.

According to a bystander’s account, there was an apparent altercation between Kennedy and a woman, and it’s reported that at some point, the reality star physically interacted with this woman. However, officers reported no obvious signs of injury on the woman.

After investigating the matter, the officials concluded that it was a case of domestic violence, leading to Kennedy’s subsequent arrest on charges of misdemeanor domestic violence.

A police representative confirmed on Tuesday night around 11:30 PM that officers were dispatched to Kennedy’s residence in Los Angeles due to a reported dispute between a male and female party.

According to the spokesperson, the investigation concluded it was a home-related situation that resulted in Kennedy’s detention. Kennedy was taken into custody for a minor domestic violence offense and subsequently paid bail. The final decision on formal charges rests with the Burbank City Attorney’s office.

1) After settling his $20,000 bond, he was freed. The Burbank City Attorney’s Office is currently examining the situation to determine if any charges are warranted.

DailyMail.com has contacted representatives for Kennedy for comment. 

Although it hasn’t been confirmed whether the supposed victim is Ally, People magazine suggests that the pair didn’t seem to spend a lot of time together at Kathy’s party and weren’t noticed showing much affection towards each other.

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology
James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

A source told People: ‘James was acting super aggressive all night long.’

The informant stated that his behavior was unpredictable, constantly darting between the bar and colliding with individuals as he moved. It seemed as if he was intoxicated throughout the night. He primarily spent his time alone, but when interacting with others, he came across as agitated and impolite.

Kennedy has been dating Lewber since 2022, following the end of his engagement to Rachel Leviss. 

At the gathering, Ally posted a video of herself interpreting Kathy Hilton’s astrological birth chart, with James being absent from the footage. The accompanying message on the post read: “Everyone, @kathyhilton asked me to come over and analyze her birth chart for her!

On Tuesday, Ally shared hosting duties for the pre-New Year’s Eve party in Los Angeles that took place in Windsor, however, Kennedy was absent from the event.

Previously, rumors circulated that an incident between Ally and Kennedy, described as a ‘physical fight’, occurred during the 2022 MTV Movie Awards afterparty. However, Ally clarified this earlier in the year.

She stated, during the Scheananigags podcast with Scheana Shay, that such an incident never took place; there was absolutely no instance of a confrontation or fight.

Indeed, we were riding in a vehicle together. It seemed like we were enjoying ourselves. We definitely enjoyed ourselves. However, James and I did end up having a disagreement, but it didn’t escalate to any form of physical violence, as she clarified.

As a devoted follower, I’d rephrase it like this: “Back in the day, I dated Kennedy from 2014 to 2015. Now, I find myself responding to recent events on Instagram. ‘At last,’ I penned alongside a screenshot of the news report.

Doute has previously indicated her ex was abusive.

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

On the podcast Balancing Act, Luke Broderick posed the question, “Does James go by a DJ name?” To which Katie Doute responded with a laugh, hinting at the possible alias of ‘DJ Beats’.

She responded, “There’s no claim made… Correct, that’s accurate. No, nothing is being claimed. We’ll discuss it later.

The news arrives following several weeks when it became known that the Bravo series is planning a significant reboot for season 12, with an entirely new cast taking on the roles.

The new cast is made up of tightly bonded survivors, much like their famous forerunners, and they have intricate relationships with each other, according to the network upon announcing the show’s renewal.

Kennedy was part of the main group of actors on the show, along with Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, James Kennedy, and Scheana Shay in its final season as well.

Lisa Vanderpump is coming back, and we’ll start shooting the next season sometime next year. More details about the new cast members and premiere date will be shared later on.

In her announcement, Lisa expressed that the past 12 years of filming were an amazing journey filled with laughter, tears, and a multitude of emotions. She cannot express enough gratitude to those who allowed her into their lives.

She expressed her affection for everyone, just as one work shift replaces another in the restaurant industry. Here’s to the upcoming cast of Vanderpump Rules, she cheerfully proposed.

Furthermore, the series plans to commemorate the last ten years filled with heartaches, friend disputes, and scandals by featuring a recapitulative special focusing on the first 11 seasons, as mentioned in the announcement.

After the news, Kennedy broke his silence on the matter and admitted he was fighting back tears.

James Kennedy breaks his silence after domestic violence arrest and it's not an apology

He admitted that he was fighting back emotions while writing, and it had been an honor to be a part of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ for the past ten years, sharing our lives with you on television.

‘I’ve dedicated my life to this show and I’m forever grateful to everyone who tuned in.

This year, all my long-held aspirations have been realized! I performed at Neon Carnival, EDC, and Stagecoach, and I even have a Las Vegas residency – and it’s all thanks to you!

This journey has been thrilling, and I can hardly wait to discover what lies ahead. While it’s a mixed feeling, for me, this marks the start of something new! Many thanks to you all.

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