Kyle Cooke Claims West Wilson Has Been ‘Playing Women’ for Years and Is ‘Manipulating’ Amanda Batula

Kyle Cooke has expressed his feelings of betrayal following the announcement that his ex-wife, Amanda Batula, is now in a relationship with their fellow Summer House cast member, West Wilson. Speaking to reporter Adam Glyn, Cooke shared his shock over the situation, questioning the loyalty between friends and expressing concerns about Wilson’s influence on Batula.

Cooke, aged 43, and Batula, 34, announced their split in January after four years of marriage. Despite the declaration of separation, Cooke clarified that their divorce has not yet been finalised. The timing of Batula’s new relationship has led Cooke to feel a mix of disbelief and disillusionment, stating, “There’s a little murkiness as to our separation and when we put the announcement out that I think we’ll have to address at the reunion.”

Following the confirmation of Batula and Wilson’s romance on March 31, Cooke elaborated on his feelings towards Wilson, who is 28. He described him as someone capable of manipulating women, implying that this manipulation extends to Batula as well. He stated, “West is smart enough to know who the audience is and what to say to women to win them over,” and accused Wilson of having a long history of charming behaviour that he believes has enabled him to take advantage of women throughout his adult life.

The apparent betrayal by Wilson became clearer to Cooke when he perceived Wilson’s sudden shift in allegiance, stating that Wilson “basically threw his friendship with me away in one clean swoop.” This left Cooke questioning the “bro code,” a term typically used to underscore loyalty among male friends. He expressed the difficulty of confronting Wilson about the situation, commenting, “I’m still processing how to even confront West. I think a lot of people don’t understand how close we were.”

In light of the upheaval, Cooke suggested that Batula might not be in the best frame of mind, claiming she is “unwell” and experiencing “dark thoughts” amidst the turmoil of the past months. He also indicated uncertainty regarding the timeline of when Batula and Wilson’s relationship began, reflecting on speculation that their romance may have started as early as June of the previous year.

Batula and Wilson released identical statements via their Instagram Stories, where they sought to clarify their new relationship after facing public scrutiny. They acknowledged that while their romance is “still very new,” they felt it necessary to be open about the development, given the intricacies of their social dynamics. In a joint statement, they said, “We’ve shown up for each other as friends over the years […] and what’s developed recently was the last thing either of us expected.”

Despite their insistence on the nature of their connection, a source informed PEOPLE that many cast members were taken aback by the coupling, indicating that the pair had maintained a level of secrecy about their relationship. The source described a sense of confusion and hurt among their friend group, stating, “There’s a lot of hurt, a lot of confusion and a feeling of betrayal among the friend group.”

Summer House features a tight-knit ensemble, including notable cast members Carl Radke, Lindsay Hubbard, and Jesse Solomon. This complicated triangle has stirred significant dynamics within the group, especially given the close relationships they have developed over the years.

As the realities of their interconnected lives unfold, Cooke’s reactions highlight the complexities of relationships within the public eye, particularly when personal and professional boundaries become blurred. The upcoming reunion episode promises to address these tensions, ensuring a dramatic exploration of the emotional fallout that’s resulted from this unexpected romantic shift among friends.

In the meantime, viewers and fans continue to speculate about the ramifications of these developments, eagerly awaiting further revelations about the tangled relationships among the Summer House crew.