Vanderpump Rules star James Kennedy is keeping quiet less than one week after his arrest for misdemeanor domestic violence.
The 32-year-old reality star was spotted leaving the Long Beach Airport in California on Sunday, December 15, after flying back from a DJ gig in Wisconsin. Kennedy wore a dark jacket and pants teamed with a black baseball cap. He wore sunglasses and a pair of large headphones as he walked through the pickup area while attempting to find his car.
In footage published by TMZ, Kennedy was asked whether there was anything he could share about what happened the night of his arrest. More questions followed — including whether Kennedy has spoken to girlfriend Ally Lewber since the incident — but Kennedy answered none of them. He eventually found his ride and hopped into the backseat without saying a word.
Us Weekly confirmed that Kennedy was arrested on Tuesday, December 10, after attending Kathy Hilton‘s Christmas party at her home in Los Angeles. According to the Burbank Police, officers responded to a call “regarding an argument between a man and a woman,” which was later deemed a “domestic incident.” Kennedy was taken into custody and booked for misdemeanor domestic violence before posting bail.
Attorneys for the Bravo personality addressed his arrest in a statement shared Friday, December 13. “We are in the process of conducting our own investigation into the allegations levied by the Burbank Police Department against James,” the statement read. “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.”
An eyewitness exclusively told Us that Kennedy “looked like he was in great spirits” at Hilton’s holiday celebration the night of his arrest, noting, “He seemed like he was in a good headspace and was dancing, singing and having fun.” A second insider, meanwhile, saw Kennedy “running” through the party and “causing a scene” with “erratic” behavior. (Us previously reached out to Kennedy’s reps for comment.)
According to a third source, the incident that led to Kennedy’s arrest was “a complete misunderstanding,” and Lewber does not plan to move forward with charges. “They were arguing and a neighbor was outside and heard them fighting and called the police and the police officers came,” the source told Us.
A police report later revealed more details from the arrest, with an unidentified woman claiming Kennedy “lifted her up and threw her to the ground.” Lewber, 28, broke her silence on the situation via her Instagram Story on Saturday, December 14.
“Thank you to everyone who has reached out with love and support and for checking in on me,” she wrote. “I’m OK and taking the time I need right now. I deeply appreciate all the kindness and respect for my privacy during this time.”
If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.
