Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula, stars of the reality television series *Summer House*, were recently spotted together in New York City, sparking interest in their complicated relationship. The pair was seen exiting a filming session for Bravo’s *In the City*, a spinoff of their original show, on June 11. Despite their recent separation after four years of marriage, both Cooke, aged 43, and Batula, 34, appeared to be in good spirits, smiling and laughing as they left the studio.
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This public outing comes shortly after Cooke provided an exclusive interview in which he reflected on the recent *Summer House* season 10 reunion and the challenges surrounding his split from Batula. During this chat, he expressed a desire for an amicable separation, emphasising that he still harbours affection for Batula. Photos from the New York event reveal Cooke standing closely to his estranged wife, his arm resting around her shoulder, suggesting a level of comfort between them despite their differences.
Cooke’s sentiments about Batula’s new relationship with West Wilson were also shared during the interview. He conveyed feelings of disbelief about their romance, mentioning that it sometimes “doesn’t feel real” to him. “It’s like he’s banging his sister,” he remarked, indicating the close bond they once had as a family. Recently, Batula confirmed her relationship with Wilson, which has ignited conversation among fans and castmates alike, particularly during the reunion.
The couple’s separation became public knowledge in January, following Batula’s decision to move out of their shared home. Cooke recounted the struggles they faced in their marriage, revealing that they had intended to seek couples therapy and engage in weekly dates as a means of rekindling their relationship. However, he insists these efforts never materialised, leading to a gradual breakdown of their marriage.
Despite the emotional toll of the situation, Cooke is committed to ensuring a respectful and amicable split. “There’s still a lot of love there, still a lot of regrets,” he stated, expressing his disappointment over Batula’s characterisation of their relationship. He believes that a period of self-reflection for Batula may have been more beneficial than her swift transition into a new relationship.
Batula, during the reunion, firmly denied any overlap between her marriage to Cooke and her current relationship with Wilson. She insisted that nothing inappropriate occurred while they were still married, labelling the reaction of her castmates as exaggerated. “You guys are acting like I had an affair,” she argued, maintaining that her connection with Wilson began only after her marriage ended.
In a later Instagram statement, Batula apologised to her fans for any hurt caused, expressing her intention to seek some semblance of normalcy in her life post-split. She emphasised that the situation continues to have a profound impact on her, acknowledging the complexities of navigating her new relationship while being in the public eye.
As *In the City* continues to air on Bravo, viewers can expect further exploration of these dynamics, particularly as both Cooke and Batula process their evolving identities as individuals. New episodes air every Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET, offering an inside look into their lives following such a significant change. The journey of these two reality stars serves as a reminder of the personal struggles often hidden behind the glamour of television fame.