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Despite a swirl of criticism and on-camera confrontations, West Wilson and Amanda Batula remain a couple — a development that continues to divide their Summer House peers and fans.
Where the relationship stands now
A source tells insiders that West and Amanda are still together, even as other cast members voice doubt about the pair’s longevity. Fans have watched the romance unfold under a microscope.
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- West, 31, and Amanda, 34, have been publicly dating since spring.
- The couple reportedly met West’s parents in May, a move that signals deepening ties.
- Castmates have expressed skepticism about the relationship lasting long term.
Why the timing triggered controversy
The news of their romance came shortly after Amanda announced a separation from Kyle Cooke. That timing fueled speculation online and among the cast.
- Amanda and Kyle revealed their split earlier in the year after four years of marriage.
- The new pairing with West followed months later, prompting questions about overlap.
- Producers and viewers alike have scrutinized how the storyline will play out on screen.
History with Ciara Miller complicates matters
West’s previous relationship with fellow cast member Ciara Miller added a personal layer to the fallout. Ciara and West dated last year.
- Sources say the breakup left hurt feelings, but flirtation continued on and off.
- During Season 10 filming, West and Ciara seemed to reconnect on multiple occasions.
- The season finale captured a public moment that suggested their romance was not fully over.
Accusations, denials and alleged recent hookups
After West and Amanda confirmed their romance, insiders painted an emotional picture. One account says Ciara felt betrayed and “heartbroken.”
Another source claimed West and Ciara were intimate as recently as a few weeks before Amanda learned about him. West has publicly rejected claims of any timeline overlap.
- Ciara’s reaction: She described the situation as deeply painful.
- West’s stance: He denied there was an overlap between relationships.
- Third-party reports: Some sources maintain hookups occurred shortly before the new couple went public.
On-camera confrontations and blunt exchanges
Tensions spilled into filmed episodes. During the premiere of In the City, Kyle pressed Amanda about whether her bond with West stretched back to Thanksgiving.
Amanda responded with surprise and emotion, insisting nothing inappropriate took place. The exchange aired after being shot on April 9.
What to expect at the Season 10 reunion
The three-part Season 10 reunion promises a close look at these relationships. Clips released ahead of the episodes already show heated moments.
Highlights teased in the trailer
- Host Andy Cohen asks whether West and Amanda are truly in love.
- West downplays the drama, saying the situation was more a friendship that evolved.
- Ciara confronts both West and Amanda, calling out the emotional fallout.
In one clip, Ciara tells Amanda she once championed her, then accuses the pair of turning their relationship into a personal slight. West is shown defending himself and insisting the situation was not a scandal.
Broadcast details and what fans will see first
The reunion airs on Bravo in three parts. The first installment is scheduled to premiere on Tuesday, May 26, at 8 p.m. ET.
- Viewers can expect raw conversations onstage.
- Multiple cast members weigh in on loyalty, timing, and intent.
- The episodes will likely inform how audiences judge the couples moving forward.
