“Summer House” Star Kyle Cooke Reacts to Rumors He and Ex Amanda Batula Faked Their Wedding

Kyle Cooke, the reality TV star and founder of the beverage company Loverboy, has taken to social media to address speculation surrounding the authenticity of his marriage to Amanda Batula. The former couple, who announced their separation following four years of marriage, have faced unfounded rumours that their wedding was merely a ruse.

On a post that has since been removed, a fan speculated about the legitimacy of Cooke and Batula’s wedding, prompting Cooke to respond on Threads. His witty reply included a tongue-in-cheek admission about his supposedly theatrical abilities and concluded with a request for the user to “take off your tinfoil hat.” He further shared a photo of them at Hillsborough Town Hall in New Jersey, both appearing happy as they signed the marriage document in September 2021.

Kyle Cooke, 43, and Amanda Batula, 34, exchanged vows on September 25, 2021, in a charming intimate ceremony hosted in Batula’s parents’ backyard in her hometown of Hillsborough. Originally planning to marry in September 2020, the couple had to postpone their wedding due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite challenges along their journey, they celebrated their love with close friends and Summer House co-stars, including Lindsay Hubbard and Danielle Olivera, who attended the nuptials.

However, just months later, the pair made headlines again when they announced their separation on January 19. In a heartfelt joint statement posted to their Instagram Stories, they expressed their mutual decision to part ways, emphasising the need for privacy and respect during this challenging time. The statement read, “After much reflection, we have mutually and amicably decided to part ways as a couple.”

Following their announcement, Amanda Batula seemingly moved on quickly, as she confirmed her relationship with Summer House co-star West Wilson on March 31. The two released a statement addressing online speculation and clarifying that their feelings had developed from a longstanding friendship. They expressed the importance of processing their new connection privately, stating that their relationship had evolved in a way they hadn’t anticipated.

In the May 19 premiere of the Summer House spin-off, In the City, Cooke and Batula discussed the end of their marriage. During a poignant scene filmed just days after Batula went public with Wilson, Batula visited Cooke at his New York City apartment. As they talked, Batula reflected on the emotional burdens of their relationship, stating, “I gave our relationship everything I had, because I wanted the relationship to work so badly.”

Batula was visibly emotional as she recounted her fears of losing Cooke from her life entirely, revealing how difficult it was to consider ending their relationship. Cooke reassured her by expressing his continued care and concern for her well-being, reinforcing that any actions taken moving forward were rooted in friendship, not a desire to rekindle their romantic relationship.

The depiction of their struggles and emotions in the show has resonated with fans, who have followed their journey on the reality series. Although the couple has now parted ways, their open discussions about the complexities of love and relationships demonstrate the challenges many face when navigating such transitions.

In addition to the candid exchanges between Cooke and Batula, the first season of In the City is set to continue airing on Bravo. The new episodes offer a deeper look into the lives of the Summer House cast as they navigate relationships and personal growth in the aftermath of significant changes.

While the rumours regarding the authenticity of Cooke and Batula’s wedding may have been quashed, the public remains captivated by their story. Fans are keen to follow the evolving narratives of each cast member as they forge ahead into the next chapters of their lives.