Kyle Cooke Slams Critics After Surprising Red Carpet Appearance with Amanda Batula
The tension between Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula has always been a focal point for Bravo fans, but their recent appearance at the “In the City” premiere has sparked a whole new wave of controversy. Despite their well-documented estrangement, the former couple presented a united front on the red carpet, leaving fans questioning the authenticity of their public split.
Not one to stay silent, Kyle Cooke took to Instagram to vehemently clap back at viewers who accused him of staging a “fake” marriage implosion. In a heated Instagram Story, the 43-year-old creator of Loverboy made it clear that while the relationship is over, professional courtesy—and a bit of persuasion—played a role in the photo op.
“You guys, yes, Amanda and I took a picture together. I was just happy that she showed up,” Cooke shared, adding that he had to convince Batula to attend the premiere of the Summer House spinoff she participated in.
A Timeline of Turbulence: From Marriage to Separation
For those catching up on the drama, the road to this red carpet moment has been rocky. Here is a quick breakdown of the events leading up to the “In the City” premiere:
- September 2021: Kyle and Amanda officially wed.
- November 2025: Page Six first broke the news that the duo was living separately.
- January 2026: The couple released a joint statement confirming their amicable decision to part ways.
- March 2026: Rumours surfaced regarding Amanda’s new connection with sports journalist West Wilson.
The West Wilson Factor and the Emotional Aftermath
The split became even more complicated when Amanda confirmed her relationship with West Wilson. Kyle has not held back his feelings regarding the new romance, expressing deep concern for Amanda’s wellbeing in previous interviews and criticizing Wilson’s support during the “brutal” Season 10 reunion.
While Amanda and West continue to be spotted on date nights across Manhattan—including a high-profile appearance at a New York Yankees game—Kyle’s reaction has remained frosty, famously responding to their public displays of affection (PDA) with a puke emoji.
What to Expect in ‘In the City’
Fans won’t have to wait long to see the unfiltered version of this collapse. The fallout of the bombshell relationship and the intricacies of the Batula-Cooke split will be central themes in “In the City.”
If you want to witness the drama unfold, new episodes of the spinoff drop on Bravo TV every Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET. One thing is certain: with Kyle Cooke’s unfiltered personality, the commentary will be just as entertaining as the show itself.
