James Kennedy, known for his role in Vanderpump Rules, was arrested on December 10, 2024, in Burbank, California, following a domestic violence complaint. The Burbank Police responded to a call regarding an argument between a man and a woman at a local residence.
In a statement to Variety, a spokesperson for the Burbank Police Department explained, “On December 10, 2024, at about 11:30 pm, Burbank Police were dispatched to a residence regarding an argument between a man and a woman. The investigation determined it was a domestic incident, leading to Mr. Georgiou’s arrest.” For those unfamiliar, James Kennedy’s legal name is James Georgiou.
Kennedy was booked on charges of misdemeanor domestic violence and was later released after posting a $20,000 bail. Formal charges are pending review by the Burbank City Attorney’s Office. The news of his bail was first reported by TMZ.
The complaint did not identify the woman involved. Kennedy’s girlfriend, Ally Lewber, who shares a residence with him, was not named in the police report. The couple had attended a party earlier that evening at Kathy Hilton’s home, the star of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
James Kennedy, once a main cast member on Vanderpump Rules during its fourth season, has also made guest appearances and held recurring roles in earlier seasons. He transitioned from working as a busboy at Lisa Vanderpump’s SUR restaurant to establishing himself as a successful DJ.
Kennedy has often been in the spotlight for his behavior. His self-described periods of being “California sober”—abstaining from alcohol and drugs except for marijuana—have drawn attention, alongside reports of his struggles to maintain balance.
As this situation unfolds, Kennedy’s legal troubles are expected to draw significant attention, both from fans of the show and the general public. Further updates regarding potential charges are awaited from the Burbank City Attorney’s Office.
