Key Takeaways:
– Vanderpump Rules star James Kennedy (James Kennedy Georgiou) was arrested on domestic violence charges.
– The arrest comes in the wake of a cast shakeup in which Kennedy was replaced.
– Kennedy’s girlfriend, Ally Lewber, attended an event unaccompanied one day after his arrest.
– While it’s unclear whether Kennedy’s alleged incident involved Lewber, she hasn’t commented on the situation.
– Lawyers representing Kennedy’s ex, Rachel “Raquel” Leviss, issued a statement suggesting this behavior isn’t surprising based on past events.
Catching Up On Kennedy’s Arrest
James Kennedy, known to fans of Vanderpump Rules as a familiar face, was recently taken into custody by law enforcement. The arrest took place in Burbank, California, on December 11th, as confirmed by local police. An dispute between a man and a woman at a residential address led to his arrest on domestic violence charges. The identity of the woman has not been publicly revealed and following his arrest and charge, James posted a $20,000 bail.
Apprehensions about James Kennedy & Ally Lewber’s Relationship Status
Presently, both Kennedy and Lewber have kept their silence about the arrest, which has left fans speculating about their relationship status. Lewber’s startling presence, one day after the arrest, at the New Year’s Eve with Windsor party stirred more curiosity. She was found gleaming in front of the cameras and occupying her time with other television personalities.
Kennedy has been dating Lewber since 2022. Before he began his relationship with Lewber, Kennedy was engaged to Rachel “Raquel” Leviss. Trouble set in when Leviss was accused of having an affair with Tom Sandoval while still romantically involved with Ariana Madix. The fallout from this revelation forced Leviss to leave Vanderpump Rules after its tenth season.
History of Volatility: View from the Legal Lens
As the news of Kennedy’s arrest spread, Leviss’s legal team chimed in with their perspective. They expressed concern about Kennedy’s documented history of instability and substance misuse. Leviss’s lawsuit allegedly exposes Kennedy’s erratic and violent behavior.
The attorneys issued a bold statement indicting not only Kennedy, but also the show’s production entities, NBC and Evolution Media. They accused both the network and production company of obscuring Kennedy’s problematic behavior for years despite being aware of it.
Regrettably, neither NBCU nor Evolution Media has responded publicly to these allegations or to Kennedy’s arrest. With these serious charges and allegations looming over him, James Kennedy appears to be in quite a predicament. The potential legal, professional, and personal outcomes from these events are still unclear, keeping his fans waiting for updates on the matter.
Ensuring that Domestic Violence is Addressed
Domestic violence cannot be overlooked or normalized. If you or someone you know is experiencing Domestic Abuse, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Available 24/7, this confidential support service can be reached at 1-800-799-7233.