James Kennedy, star of Vanderpump Rules, and his girlfriend Ally Lewber have called it quits after his arrest and suspected domestic abuse investigation.
In an Instagram Story on Wednesday, Lewber announced that the two were no longer dating and said she was “shocked” by the way the recent conflict between them was covered by the media.
Police were called to Kennedy’s Burbank, California, house in December, and he was taken into custody on charges of misdemeanor domestic violence.
Kennedy was taken into custody about 11:50 p.m., according to a police record, when a lady reported to authorities that “her boyfriend lifted her up and threw her to the ground.”
Lewber expressed gratitude to supporters but stated she had no intention of filing a criminal complaint against Kennedy.
“I am happy that prosecutors decided not to file against James, as I never desired criminal charges,” Lewber stated in a letter. “We had an argument outside of his home related to him drinking again, however, I was not physically hurt.”
Kennedy’s lawyers, Scott Leemon and Leonard Levine, also told NBC News last month that no one was hurt. A request for response on Lewber’s statement was not immediately answered by Kennedy’s aides.
Lewber also wished Kennedy well on his sobriety journey and promised to always be there for him.
Throughout his time on the “Vanderpump Rules” reality show, Kennedy has been candid about his alcoholism on both the show and social media.
Kennedy announced on Instagram in 2020 that he was commemorating his one-year sobriety.
“Letting go of drinking was the best decision I ever made and I m going strong,” wrote the author. “I don’t miss the feeling. I don’t miss the alcohol. Life has gotten more beautiful in many ways, and I am incredibly thankful for everything now.”
Last year, it was revealed that “Vanderpump Rules” will reboot rather than return for a new season, which meant Kennedy and the other cast members would not be appearing. Kennedy was “grieving and just feeling emotions” over the news, Lewber told US Weekly at the time.