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Amanda Batula was photographed this week amid intense online criticism over a newly confirmed romance with fellow Summer House cast member West Wilson. In the images, Batula appears calm as she reconnects with ex-husband Kyle Cooke, suggesting he may be offering quiet support during a fraught moment for the reality star.
Reunion caught on camera: what the new photos show
New pictures published by Page Six show Batula and Cooke together on a city street on Friday, April 4. The pair were walking dogs and talking as they moved along.
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At one point, Cooke embraced Batula in a brief hug. The interaction looked friendly and low-key, rather than confrontational.
Official confirmation of Batula and Wilson’s relationship
Batula, 34, and West Wilson, 31, publicly acknowledged their relationship at the end of March. They issued an Instagram statement to clarify the situation after speculation grew online.
They explained the romance is new and grew from a long friendship. The pair said they needed private time to process the shift given the show’s visibility.
Their message stressed care and discretion while they navigated the change in their relationship dynamic.
Why the pairing has stirred backlash among fans
The relationship drew criticism because Wilson dated Batula’s close friend and co-star Ciara Miller in 2023.
Viewers and social media users reacted strongly, citing the show’s intertwined friendships and past romances as reasons for the backlash.
Kyle Cooke speaks out and expresses concern
Cooke broke his silence in a TikTok exchange with street reporter Adam Glyn on April 1. He told Glyn he was doing fine but was worried for Amanda.
Cooke said he had recently spoken with Batula. She reportedly gave him a heads‑up about the public statement she and Wilson released.
Cooke also raised alarms about online harassment, saying Batula appeared to be the target of cyberbullying.
Timeline: key dates in the unfolding story
- January — Batula and Cooke announce separation after four years of marriage.
- March 31 — Batula and Wilson post a joint Instagram clarification about their new romance.
- April 1 — Cooke comments publicly, saying he is concerned for Batula and that he spoke with her.
- April 4 — Page Six publishes photos of Batula and Cooke reunited while walking their dogs.
Their split: what the couple said earlier this year
In January, Batula and Cooke made a joint announcement that they were parting ways. They described the decision as mutual and amicable.
They asked for privacy and support while focusing on personal growth and healing after the separation.
