AlthoughVanderpump Rulesis on a hiatus after the news broke that the cast that fans have known and loved for years will not be returning for Season 12, their names have still been circulating around social media, especiallyJames Kennedy,who got arrested in December 2024 for domestic violence.Lisa Vanderpump,who was close with James throughout his time on the show, has broken her silence regarding the arrest and the split between James andAlly Lewber.
During an interview withUS Weekly, Lisa defended Jamesin terms of him being violent toward others and shared that she is concerned about his sobriety. “I have spoken to James and Ally at great length. I’d never drop the ball on somebody that I’ve supported and had a troubled time.” Although the relationship between Lisa and James was sometimes rocky,Lisa has always looked out for him and defended his actions.
Lisa Vanderpump Defended James Kennedy
“A lot of people say it’s none of your business anymore, they’re not onVanderpump Rules.But it is my business because I brought him to the forefront. I’ve always cared very much.” Lisa then described herself as a “matriarch figure” to James, and said the most important thing during the time of the arrest was to figure out exactlywhat had happened between him and Ally.“I didn’t need to just hear from James. I needed to hear from Ally too, from her mouth and what happened. She told me categoricallyhe didn’t hurt her. He never hurts her. They were both drinking.” Lisa then added that they were “both being ridiculous and arguing.”
Lisa continued to explain the conversation she and Ally had. “She basically said, “Oh yes, take him away. It’ll teach him a lesson.' But he never hurt her categorically.She regrets what happenedwith how this blew up.” Lisa then shared that she expressed her concern toJames regarding his issues with alcohol. Lisa told him, “You should never have another drop in your life.“Vanderpump Rulesis available to stream on Peacock in the US.
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