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New York, NY – Summer House star Kyle Cooke has been spotted getting close with former Real Housewives of Orange County star Meghan King, just weeks after his separation from longtime partner Amanda Batula became public.
The pair was photographed kissing in New York City on Thursday night, April 16, 2026, following a star-studded Page Six x Nine West ’90s-themed party at Temple Bar in Manhattan. Video and photos obtained by Page Six show Cooke and King walking together before sharing a kiss on the street.
This development comes amid ongoing public interest in Cooke and Batula’s separation, which the couple announced in January 2026 after four years of marriage and nearly a decade together.
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What Happened That Night
According to reports, both Cooke and King attended the exclusive event celebrating “A Love Letter to ’90s New York.” Witnesses said the two were seen chatting and flirting throughout the evening. As they left the venue and walked down the street, Cooke placed his hands on King’s shoulders and they shared a kiss, which was captured on video.
Meghan King, 41, is best known for her time on The Real Housewives of Orange County. She has three children from her previous marriage to Jim Edmonds. Kyle Cooke, 43, is the co-founder of the canned cocktail brand Loverboy and has been a main cast member on Summer House since its early seasons.
Neither Cooke nor King has publicly commented on the sighting as of this writing. Representatives for both have not issued statements.
Background on Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula’s Split
Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula first went public with their separation on January 16, 2026, in a joint statement shared on Instagram. The couple wrote that after “much reflection,” they had “mutually and amicably decided to part ways as a couple.”
The news came after months of speculation during Summer House Season 10 filming. Sources close to the couple have said they had been living separately since late 2025. In subsequent interviews, both Cooke and Batula described the decision as difficult but necessary for their personal growth.
Amanda Batula, 34, recently revealed she is dating Summer House co-star West Wilson, adding another layer of complexity to the public narrative surrounding the former couple.
Reactions from Fans and the Bravo Community
The Bravo universe has reacted strongly to the news of Cooke and King’s kiss. Fans took to social media with a mix of surprise, support, and speculation. Many noted the quick timeline, while others pointed out that both Cooke and Batula appear to be moving forward in their personal lives after the split.
This is not the first time Bravo stars from different shows have been romantically linked. Crossovers between Summer House, Southern Charm, and The Real Housewives franchises have become increasingly common in recent years.
Kyle Cooke’s Life After the Split
Since the separation announcement, Kyle Cooke has been focusing on his business ventures with Loverboy and has remained active on social media. He has described the end of his marriage as a period of reflection and growth, telling friends and castmates that he feels a “weight has been lifted” while still expressing care and respect for Amanda.
Meghan King has been open about her life as a single mother and her experiences after her high-profile divorce. She has shared her journey with dating and co-parenting publicly in recent years.
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What This Means for the Future
While it is too early to label the kiss as the start of a serious relationship, the public nature of the sighting has fueled significant media attention. Both Cooke and King are private about their personal lives but have historically been open with fans through their respective reality TV platforms.
Summer House Season 10 is currently airing, and the timing of this development is likely to generate even more discussion when the cast reunites for the reunion episodes later this year.
Bravo has not yet commented on how this storyline might be addressed on the show, but past seasons have shown the network’s willingness to follow cast members through major life changes.
Localpaperdaily.com will continue to monitor this story for any official statements from Kyle Cooke, Meghan King, or Amanda Batula. As more details emerge from the Bravo universe and the individuals involved, we will provide balanced updates based on confirmed information.
What do you think about this latest development? Are you surprised by Kyle Cooke and Meghan King being spotted together? How do you feel about Amanda Batula and West Wilson’s new relationship? Share your thoughts in the comments below — we’d love to hear from readers who follow these reality stars.
