A night of holiday festivities at Kathy Hilton's Christmas bash took an unexpected turn for reality TV personality James Kennedy and his girlfriend, Ally Lewber.
According to Daily Mail, the Vanderpump Rules star was arrested on misdemeanor domestic violence charges after Burbank police responded to a call about an argument between Kennedy and a woman at a residence Tuesday night.
The incident occurred around 11:30 PM when authorities were called to Kennedy's Los Angeles home following reports of a dispute.
A witness claimed to have observed Kennedy grabbing a woman during their argument, though responding officers noted no visible injuries on the alleged victim.
The Burbank Police Department conducted an investigation at the scene that led them to classify the incident as domestic violence. Kennedy was subsequently taken into custody and booked on misdemeanor domestic violence charges.
He was later released after posting a $20,000 bail, with formal charges pending review by the Burbank City Attorney's office.
Sources at Kathy Hilton's party, which Kennedy attended earlier that evening with Lewber, reported concerning behavior from the reality star. A party insider shared their observations with People magazine, stating:
James was acting super aggressive all night long. He was acting so erratic, running back and forth to the bar and body-checking people along the way. He appeared inebriated. Spent the evening mostly alone but when he did speak to people, he appeared irritated and rude.
Witnesses noted that Kennedy and Lewber, who have been dating since 2022, maintained minimal interaction at the holiday gathering and showed little affection toward each other throughout the evening.
Kennedy's former girlfriend, Kristen Doute, who dated him from 2014 to 2015, responded to news of his arrest on Instagram with a simple "Finally." She had previously alluded to abusive behavior during their relationship, though specific details were not disclosed at the time.
The arrest comes at a particularly challenging time for Kennedy, who recently learned about his departure from Vanderpump Rules as the show announced a complete cast overhaul for its upcoming twelfth season. The news prompted an emotional response from Kennedy, who had been a prominent figure on the reality series for nearly a decade.
This incident has also brought attention to previous controversies, including speculation about a physical altercation between Kennedy and Lewber at the 2022 MTV Movie Awards afterparty. Lewber had previously denied these allegations on Scheana Shay's podcast, insisting no physical assault took place despite an argument occurring between the couple.
James Kennedy's domestic violence arrest has cast a shadow over his public image and career trajectory. The reality TV personality faces potential legal consequences as the Burbank City Attorney's office reviews the case for formal charges.
The incident has attracted significant attention from fans and former castmates, with various individuals from Kennedy's past speaking out about his alleged behavior patterns. As authorities continue their investigation, Kennedy's future on television and his relationship with Lewber remains uncertain amid these serious allegations.
