Sheena Shay Break her silence on James KennedyDomestic violence arrest – and she explained why she initially remained silent.

During her Friday, December 27 episode “Scheananigans” podcast.Shay, 39, revealed that “the majority of the questions coming in” were related to Kennedy’s legal issues.

“I wrote down what I wanted to say because I want to try to be as eloquent as possible. I want to get what I want to say without tripping over my words,” she explained before reading every question she received about Kennedy.

Shay explained that He didn’t speak right away Because of Kennedy’s girlfriend, Ally Lieber.

“I was respecting Allie’s privacy, as you requested,” she noted. “So I didn’t want to say anything on the podcast, but now I see how that’s achieved by staying silent. So I’ve spoken to an ally. I check in with her often. She’s always done that. But I know that if I stay silent, You all somehow think I approve of his behavior, which I don’t at all.

Us Weekly Confirmed on December 12 that the police They were sent to Kennedy’s house on December 10 after receiving a phone call about an argument between a man and a woman. Authorities saw Kennedy, 32, grabbing the woman, but officers at the scene did not see any obvious injuries.

Shortly after news of the arrest broke, Kennedy’s ex-girlfriend Christine Doty And the shape of his fiancée Rachel “Raquel” Levis They issued separate statements about their individual turbulent experiences with him. (Kennedy issued a statement after being released on $20,000 bail, but did not address the comments by Doty, 41, or Levis.)

Shay, in the meantime Reflects on information She knew about Kennedy from his previous relationships.

“Obviously I was very close to Raquel for years. While she always told me that James was never physically abusive,” she said on Friday. “As we all know, abuse is not just physical. Ultimately, this led to her leaving that relationship. “I sympathized with her so much… and I wanted to do everything I could to help her and give her a safe space.”

After Kennedy’s arrest, Shay made headlines He hoped it would cause that A personal transformation for him.

“I hope that James looks at this moment as a difficult moment and gets serious about just committing to a treatment plan versus just seeing this as something that will ruin the world tour or residency or whatever,” she added. “I have noticed that his name has been removed from some shows and this is a direct result of his actions.”

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Shay urged Kennedy to “get help,” noting, “not just to prevent Ally — or another girl — from experiencing abusive behavior in the future. But to give himself a chance to live life with healthy relationships. I know he wants these things for himself and he needs to give himself the tools.” Suitable for dealing with the trauma he suffers from, which does not involve displaying it to others.

Bayan Kennedy confessed after his arrest He plans to focus on his mental health.

“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 December 17. “Navigating challenging moments is not easy but I am determined to learn, grow, and move forward with an incredible support system.” “around me.”

His legal team also addressed the arrest process, saying: we“We are conducting our own investigation into the allegations levied against James by the Burbank Police Department. “We understand that there were no injuries and hope that city attorneys, after careful review, will decide not to file formal charges.”

For her part, Leeper, 28, has remained largely out of the public eye since her arrest made headlines, with a source telling her we Earlier this month the duo Take up some space.

“Thank you to everyone who has reached out with love and support and for checking me out,” Leoper wrote on her Instagram Story at the time. “I’m fine and taking the time I need right now. I greatly appreciate all the kindness and respect for my privacy during this time.

Elsewhere in her podcast episode, Shay She made it clear she wanted to “To keep the line of communication and support open,” Looper said.

“I want her to know that she’s supported. I don’t want to say anything that puts her in a position where she has to choose between a friendship or a relationship. I don’t want there to be less of a support mechanism for her,” she continued. “That will only make things more difficult.”

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Shay also addressed her husband, saying: Brooke Davies‘Past internal conflict. (Davis, 34, was revealed in Season 9 of Vanderpump Rules Which An incident between him and his ex-wife It led to a turbulent parenting relationship when it came to his older children.)

“I know most of you have watched Season 9, and it turns out my husband made some bad choices in his early 20s. Fortunately, he’s not the same person he was and continues to work,” explained Shay, who shares 3-year-old daughter Summer with Davis. On himself.” “If he was the same person, I wouldn’t have married him. He is an incredible partner and father. He made some mistakes but he matured. He learned from his past. I thought James was like that. Now we hope he finally does.

Shay finished the clip with a version of A Support message For anyone in an abusive relationship.

“If you’re in an abusive relationship — whether it’s through coercive control, psychological or emotional abuse, or economic, physical or sexual abuse — I want you to try to make an exit plan today,” she said. “If you have a friend that you’re concerned they might be in, just make sure they know they’re supported. Help educate them about the types of abuse that exist. There are many different types and what it looks like. Help them access mental health services in your area, and be sure to reaffirm They deserve respect and love.

She continued: “They deserve to be treated with respect.” I will add some links in the description of this episode to additional resources on dealing with domestic violence because I think it’s important to talk about this.

The reality star admitted she was “hesitant” to speak out.

“I feel like if I say something, I’m going to get punished for it. If I don’t say something, I’m going to get that. But this is a serious topic,” Shay concluded. “So I needed to say something and I hope I conveyed that correctly.” . “

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call National Domestic Violence Hotline At 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.