It looks like the king of Vanderpump Rules drama, James Kennedy, just found himself in a reality TV plot twist even Andy Cohen couldn’t script. The self-proclaimed “White Kanye” traded spinning tracks for a different kind of spin cycle—being arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence. Yikes!
Here’s the tea: the 32-year-old professional pot-stirrer was hauled in by Burbank’s finest on Tuesday, December 10, after an argument allegedly turned physical. Cops responded to a heated spat between an unidentified man and woman, and surprise, surprise, James was right at the center of it. Allegedly, he grabbed her, but TMZ notes there weren’t any visible injuries. Translation? This wasn’t your average Bravo reunion catfight, but it was messy enough to get the police involved.
Now, before you grab your pitchforks—or cocktails—it’s important to note that James’ current girlfriend, Ally Lewber, has not been identified as the alleged victim. The couple was last seen cozying up at a holiday bash thrown by none other than Kathy Hilton. Yes, the very same Kathy who probably has an entire mansion wing dedicated to serving as “hostess with the mostess.” Imagine going from mingling with Hilton’s glitterati to bunking with Burbank’s detainees. Talk about a vibe shift.
And speaking of party pics, the couple was also spotted just a week earlier, looking lovey-dovey at some other glam event. So, what gives? Did James’ temper get the better of him, or is this just another case of “too much reality TV, not enough reality check”?
After cooling his jets in the clink for a hot minute, James posted the $20,000 bail and was released, probably faster than you can say, “It’s not about the pasta!”
For now, it’s unclear what’s next for James, but one thing’s for sure: between his DJ gigs and the Bravo drama, he’s got plenty of material for his next reunion showdown. Stay tuned—because you know this isn’t the last we’ll hear of it.
In the meantime, maybe James should consider a New Year’s resolution: less drama, more chill. Or, at the very least, an attorney on speed dial.
