Amanda Batula is reportedly waving goodbye to the Hamptons and to her gig on Bravo’s “Summer House.” According to a new report, Batula was not asked to return to the series ahead of season 11 after her co-star, West Wilson, was also fired. Her departure may come as a shock to some Bravo fans, and to others, it will seem like par for the course, as the veteran reality star shook up the group dynamics by announcing her romance with her best friend’s ex-boyfriend.
TMZ reported that Batula was not asked back to “Summer House” ahead of season 11, which begins filming during the July 4th weekend. Sources close to the series said she could pop in during filming to make a cameo; however, she won’t be part of the full-time cast.
Batula originally joined the “Summer House” cast as a recurring character during season 1 in 2017 before being upgraded to a full-time cast member the following year. She’s been a staple on the series alongside her soon-to-be ex-husband, Kyle Cooke, for 10 years, and her exit will be a big change for the audience.
Batula Is Leaving ‘Summer House’ Alongside Her New Boyfriend, West Wilson
Batula’s exit coincides with that of her new boyfriend, Wilson, who was fired from the show in mid-June 2026, per The Blast. While they were fan favorites at one point, the pair have faced significant backlash from the Bravoverse over the last few months after confirming their relationship following months of speculation.
The pair addressed the noise with a joint Instagram post, writing, “We’ve seen the growing online speculation, so while this is still very new, we wanted to provide some clarity. It was never our intention to purposely hide anything. Given the complicated relationship dynamics involved and the scrutiny that comes with being on a reality show, we need a little space to process things privately before speaking on it.”
Wilson and Batula said their bond grew over time and that their romantic feelings weren’t something they expected. “Our connection grew out of a genuine, long-standing friendship, which made it especially important for us to approach this with care,” they wrote.
Ciara Miller Addressed Batula And Wilson During The ‘Summer House’ Reunion
Batula and Wilson’s relationship made waves in the Bravosphere because of Wilson’s past relationship with Ciara Miller, one of Batula’s former best friends. Wilson and Miller dated in 2022 and 2023 before splitting.
At the season 10 “Summer House” reunion, Miller went head-to-head with Batula and Wilson over their secretive romance, calling them out for failing to consider her feelings.
In one episode, Miller told host Andy Cohen that she was officially moving on from the situation and even shared why she believed Batula and Wilson could work out.
“I honestly think that the best, like, woman for West is, like, someone who’s not gonna check him on anything, and that’s totally Amanda,” Miller said. “She’s very mute. She’s gonna be that weak figure that he needs, and he can always be the star in the relationship. So, I actually think, like, maybe it could work.”
Where Does Miller Fit Into The ‘SH’ Cast In 2026?
According to a previous report from The Blast, Miller’s appearance on the upcoming season of “Summer House” is still up in the air; however, a Bravo executive made it clear that she would be welcome on the show as long as she wanted to be there.
“I told Ciara a few months ago that I think she’s the future of ‘Summer House.’ She has a voice that we love on [the show], has the connections with the rest of the group, with Mia and KJ, and she’s tight with Kyle. She feels like she has become the center of the show. And that’s a story I want to continue telling,” said Noah Sampton, the current SVP of production for Bravo and Peacock unscripted.
KJ Dillard Joins Forces With Kenneth Cole
On the other hand, “Summer House” star KJ Dillard recently joined forces with Kenneth Cole as the face of the men’s Summer 2026 Collection and the next ambassador of the “Purposeful Voices” series.
In his new role, Dillard is using his platform to shed light on important topics such as mental health and healthy masculinity.
According to The Blast, Dillard’s spot in the line “means the world” to him. “This type of career move speaks to my larger goals with my career in the entertainment industry by showing me that anything is possible if you set your mind to it,” he said.
