Vanderpump Rules Star James Kennedy Arrested For Domestic Violence
James Kennedy's legal team is speaking out in his defense.
Three days after the Vanderpump Rules star was arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence, the Bravolebrity's attorneys addressed the allegations against him for the first time.
“We are in the process of conducting our own investigation into the allegations levied by the Burbank Police Department against James,” James' attorneys said in a statement obtained by E! News Dec. 13. “We understand that there were no injuries and we are hoping that, after careful review, the city’s attorneys will decide not to file formal charges.”
James was taken into custody on Dec. 10 after police received a report that an argument between the DJ and an unnamed woman occurred at his residence around 11:30 p.m., Burbank P.D. confirmed to E! News. After investigators determined it was a domestic incident, he was taken into custody and he later posted $20,000 bail.
While the other party involved in the incident hasn't been identified, James and girlfriend of nearly three years Ally Lewber attended Kathy Hilton's DIRECTV holiday party in Beverly Hills early that evening along with many other Bravo reality stars.
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While Ally has yet to speak out publicly about her boyfriend's legal drama, she didn't let the arrest get in the way of her work obligations.
The next day, the influencer stepped out in Los Angeles to host fashion brand Windsor's holiday party at the Short Stories Hotel on Dec. 11. The astrologer was all smiles while posing for pics in a black velour dress and matching black faux fur coat.
James’ arrest comes just weeks after Bravo announced it is saying goodbye to the current Vanderpump Rules cast and bringing in a whole new batch of SUR-vers for its upcoming 12th season. The shakeup was a startling wakeup call for the longtime TV personality.
“I can’t lie, I’m holding back some tears as I write this," the 32-year-old wrote on Instagram Nov. 26. "It’s been a pleasure being a part of Vanderpump Rules and filling your TV screens with our lives over the past decade. I’ve dedicated my life to this show and I’m forever grateful to everyone who tuned in."
“It’s been a wild ride and I’m excited to see what the future holds," he concluded. "Although this is a bittersweet ending, for me, this is just the beginning! THANK YOU.”
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