James Kennedy Knows He Has ‘A Lot to Lose’ After Arrest (Exclusion)

Vanderpump Rules alum James Kennedy trying to get on the right track after a recent arrest for domestic violence.

“James is trying to get everything back, including (girlfriend) An ally (Luber)”, the source tells exclusively Us Weekly. “If he doesn’t stay sober, he knows he has a lot to lose.”

According to the insider, Luber, 28, is keeping her distance for now, as Kennedy prefers her sobriety. The source added that Kennedy “remains sober and is receiving treatment. He takes it (very) seriously.”

“Ellie stays away until she gets help, and she leans on friends and family.” – says the insider. “People gather around her. She has a lot of support.”

On the subject: James Kennedy and Eli Luber distanced themselves from him after his arrest

James Kennedy appears to be feeling some distance from girlfriend Ellie Luber following her arrest for domestic violence. Luber’s parents “came into town, bought an Airbnb and took her there,” a source close to the situation told Us Weekly, adding that the couple “have some distance, but it’s not (…)

Representatives for Kennedy did not respond us request for comment.

Kennedy, 32, was arrested on Tuesday, December 10, after law enforcement officers received a call “about an argument between a man and a woman” at the home of Kennedy and Luber. Police deemed it a “domestic incident” and Kennedy was subsequently taken into custody.

After his arrest became known, Kennedy’s lawyers expressed himself in a statement to us.

“We are conducting our own investigation into the allegations made by the Burbank Police Department against James,” the statement said on Dec. 13. “It is our understanding that there were no injuries, and we hope that after careful consideration, the city attorneys will decide not to file formal charges.”

Kennedy and Luber started dating in January 2022 Three months before Kennedy and his ex met Rules of the pump Castor Rachel Lewis broke off the engagement. In March 2022, DJ and Luber formalized their relationship on Instagram, showing photos from the couple’s vacation in Tulum, Mexico.

Luber, for her part, has stayed out of the public eye since Kennedy’s arrest made headlines, but she took to social media to let everyone know how she lived.

“Thank you to everyone who has reached out to me with love and support,” Luber wrote on her Instagram story on Saturday, December 14. – I’m fine, and I find the time I need. I deeply appreciate all the kindness and respect for my privacy at this time.”

On the subject: Bravo investigated James Kennedy before his arrest

Bravo followed up on claims that James Kennedy abused women a year before his domestic violence arrest, Us Weekly can confirm. “There was an investigation, but nothing was found,” a source close to the situation told us. “It was fruitless, so nothing happened.” On Wednesday, December 18, Page Six was the first to report (…)

This was previously reported by a second source us that Luber’s parents came “into town” and the group stayed at an Airbnb.

A week after his arrest, Kennedy broke his silence by sharing how he prioritized his commitment to being sober.

“I’m trying to make some big changes in my life,” the Bravo star shared via Instagram Stories on Tuesday, December 17. – I find time to focus on my sobriety, personal growth and be close to my loved ones. Going through tough times is not easy, but I am determined to learn, grow and move forward with an incredible support system around me.”

With a report by Andrea Simpson