Raquel Levis, James Kennedy.
Getty Images (2)Rachel “Raquel” Levis She continues to talk about her history of abuse after her ex-fiancé, James Kennedywas arrested on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge.
Levis, 29, took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday, December 18, to reshare an earlier post about her complicated feelings Regarding her romance With Kennedy, 32.
“I stand by what you wrote here. “Being in an abusive relationship is confusing because you believe in the potential of your significant other and can't understand how someone who says they love you would intentionally hurt you,” she wrote. “Bad times can be few and far between. It's easy to minimize From abuse and the desire to believe that a person is capable of change.”
Levis did not mention Kennedy's name, but the post dates back to 2018 When they were dating.
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“I've been experiencing a lot of emotions in the last week. I feel happy and justified and also very sad and broken,” she continued. “I don't want this to be swept under the rug like previous times. Much of my podcast is about my experiences with coercive control and gaining the insight to overcome it.
While reflecting on her own journey, Levis expressed gratitude for how far she has come, adding: “It can be difficult to talk about and re-examine abuse. I want to leave this on a positive note: There is a lot to look forward to in the coming year. I am grateful to everyone who has given me grace.” Kind words of encouragement during difficult times and small victories.
Levis dated Kennedy from 2016 to 2021, which was documented on Bravo Vanderpump Rules. During the Season 9 reunion in early 2022, Levis and Kennedy They announced that they were finished Their engagement.
One month later, Levis moved on Sheena Shay“Scheananigans” podcast to detail the former couple's downfall.
“There wasn't exactly one thing (that led to the breakup),” she explained in January 2022. “James always felt that my parents didn't embrace him in the family the way he wanted. I found myself making excuses for him (after a quarrel between him and my father). It got to the point where my family and I didn't get along well.
Levis later became involved in a cheating scandal with Tom SandovalWhich led to her being committed to a mental institution. After seeking treatment, Levis I used the tools I learned At the center to reconsider her past relationships – including with Kennedy.
Raquel Levis and James Kennedy, 2019.
John Scioli/Getty Images for Quay Australia“Only a few people know the story (of the real breakup). It was also at a time when I didn't want to tell the world because I didn't want to ruin his life. “That's really what led to this panic attack, because I wanted to say these things,” Levis said on her “Rachel Goes Rogue” radio show in January. “There was more to this story, and I was holding myself back and overthinking everything knowing that this was not a safe place. This anxiety built up so much that I couldn't breathe. I felt faint. I couldn't see. And I just started hyperventilating.”
Levis said she left out a lot of information about her What really led her Ending her engagement.
What was once. After James Kennedy spent three seasons trapped between Kristen Doute and newcomer Lala Kent, many Vanderpump Rules fans were shocked when he introduced his serious girlfriend Raquel Levis in 2016. Their relationship was quickly tested amid several cheating allegations that resurfaced. After a SUR employee accused Kennedy (…)
“I was telling them my story about when I was planning to break up with James and how I had every intention of leaving the ring box on the table when he returned from Europe. “All my stuff was going to be gone and I felt like this would be the safest way for me to break up with him,” she continued. “I didn’t go into detail as to why.” Our breakup and why I couldn't be with him anymore.”
Us Weekly He confirmed this on December 12 The police were sent to Kennedy's home on December 10 after receiving a phone call about an argument between a man and a woman. Authorities saw Kennedy grabbing the woman, but officers at the scene did not see any obvious injuries. Kennedy issued a statement after being released on $20,000 bail and His relationship with his current girlfriend Ally Lieber It has been questioned.
“I am committed to making meaningful changes in my life. I am taking time to focus on my sobriety, personal growth, and being there for my loved ones,” he wrote via Instagram on Tuesday, December 17. “Navigating difficult moments is not easy but I am determined to learn, grow, and move forward with my amazing support system.” “around me.”
Kennedy has yet to acknowledge Levis's public claims about him. His representatives did not respond we“Request for comment.
