Kennedy, Meyers Expecting
Vanderpump Rules' James Kennedy Confirms Girlfriend Jordan Meyers Pregnant After Private Romance
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After Kennedy’s December 2024 misdemeanor domestic violence arrest and breakup from Ally Lewber, Lewber “declined to press charges,” according to reporting cited by Daily Mail.
Daily Mail reports Kennedy’s domestic-violence incident was tied to his “final departure after season 11,” adding that “the new season has seen a dramatic cast takeover.”
Before dating Lewber, Kennedy previously dated Rachel “Raquel” Leviss (2016–2021), and the pair called off their engagement, with a joint Instagram statement saying they had “two different goals.”
Kennedy explained why he went public now, telling People: “As we prepare for this next chapter, it felt like the right moment to share it more widely,” adding they feel “deeply grateful to be stepping into this new chapter surrounded by love and support from our family and friends.”
In December 2024, Kennedy addressed the alleged incident on Instagram, saying: “Navigating challenging moments is not easy but I am determined to learn, grow and move forward with the incredible support system around me,” emphasizing sobriety and personal growth.
Vanderpump Rules alum James Kennedy, 34, confirmed Tuesday that his girlfriend Jordan Meyers, 23, is pregnant with their first child. People reported that Meyers is four months along, putting the expected arrival around November or December 2026. The couple has been dating for roughly eight months after connecting through Instagram.
Kennedy said the couple kept things private while building their relationship. "As we prepare for this next chapter, it felt like the right moment to share it more widely," he told People. The announcement comes about 18 months after his December 2024 arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence — charges that were later dropped.
How Kennedy and Meyers Went From Instagram to Expecting
Meyers, a North Carolina-based influencer with ties to Victoria's Secret, connected with Kennedy online before flying out to see him. What was supposed to be a three-day visit stretched into months together, Us Weekly reported. By December 2025, she appeared in videos from his DJ booth, her first semi-public nod to the relationship.
Kennedy explained the decision to stay quiet. The pair wanted to build something real before letting the public in. "We feel deeply grateful to be stepping into this new chapter surrounded by love and support from our family and friends," he said, per People. The 11-year age gap between them has drawn attention online but neither has addressed it directly.
The December 2024 Arrest That Shadowed Kennedy's Exit
On December 10, 2024, Burbank police arrested Kennedy at 11:50 PM on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence. A woman — later confirmed to be then-girlfriend Ally Lewber — reported being "lifted and thrown to the ground," according to AP News and TMZ. Kennedy denied the allegations and posted bail, though the amount was not disclosed.
By April 2025, the Burbank City Attorney declined to file formal charges after Lewber chose not to cooperate with prosecutors, Daily Mail reported. Kennedy had already issued a public statement in December, writing on Instagram that he was committed to "sobriety, personal growth, and being present for loved ones." His former fiancée Rachel Leviss publicly criticized his past behavior around the same time, telling outlets she was sickened by how often she had excused his conduct as a "misunderstanding," per The Independent.
Bravo Rebooted the Show, Ending Kennedy's Nine-Season Run
Kennedy's personal trouble arrived just as his TV career ended. Bravo announced a full cast overhaul for Vanderpump Rules Season 12, cutting all original cast members including Kennedy. He had appeared on the show for nine seasons. Daily Mail noted his departure came alongside his domestic violence incident, calling it his "final departure after season 11."
With the show gone, Kennedy is leaning on his DJ career to stay in the public eye. Industry observers note that a domestic violence arrest can hurt high-end venue bookings. A clean family image — and a well-timed announcement in People — helps reset that story. Reality Tea reported that online fans remain skeptical, with some calling the pregnancy news "scary" given his documented history.
Pregnancy News Reframes the Narrative — But Questions Remain
In celebrity media, a pregnancy announcement often acts as a reset button. It shifts attention toward the future — family, responsibility, new life. Kennedy's messaging since late 2024 has followed a clear arc: arrest, denial, sobriety pledge, quiet relationship, and now a baby. Each step moves the story forward and away from the 2024 allegations.
Critics point out that the legal outcome — charges dropped because a witness would not cooperate — does not erase the arrest record. Any future incident would likely face more aggressive prosecution, given the documented 2024 booking, according to legal analysts cited by Daily Mail. For now, Kennedy and Meyers say they are focused on the baby and the support of family and friends.
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