AceShowbiz - Summer House star Kyle Cooke has issued a sincere public apology following a heated confrontation with his estranged wife, Amanda Batula, that aired on the reality series.

On Thursday, March 26, the 43-year-old posted a statement on Instagram accompanied by a throwback photo of the couple. In his message, Kyle Cooke acknowledged the inexcusable nature of his behavior during the argument, which was filmed last summer but shown in the episode that aired on March 24.

He wrote, “There's no excuse for how I acted last summer. The way I spoke to and about Amanda was unacceptable, and it's brutal to watch back. But not nearly as painful as what she's had to go through.” He added that although he and Amanda have already discussed the incident privately, he felt it was important to publicly address it. “I'm truly sorry and regret the way I handled myself. I know nothing can erase the hurt I caused, she never deserved that, and I need to be better.”

The contentious fight between Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula unfolded during a night out drinking with friends, captured in the March 24 episode. During a moment of visible intoxication, Kyle admitted feeling isolated and alone within the marriage, which led to him lashing out and using profanities at Amanda.

In the episode, Kyle told their co-star West Wilson that Amanda had given him “f*** you eyes,” which West disputed, defending Amanda’s demeanor that night. The tension between the couple escalated as Kyle accused Amanda of spending more time with their social circle and excluding him both in public and at home. Amanda responded by noting that she often does her own thing because Kyle tends to hang out with people she does not know.

The argument intensified with harsh name-calling. As Amanda walked away, Kyle called her a “f***ing dumbass bitch,” to which she retorted, “Oh yeah, I'm a dumbass bitch, Kyle.”

Following the altercation, Kyle reflected on the incident in a confessional. He admitted there was no justification for his foul language but explained his breaking point came after enduring what he described as the “cold shoulder” and “small but steady jabs” from Amanda. He confessed that watching past seasons of the show made him realize that some of the issues were not just in his head.

Amanda Batula, aged 34, described this version of Kyle as a calmer version of what she has been privately dealing with for about a decade. She also acknowledged her own imperfections in the relationship, indicating that the problems were not one-sided.

The couple’s rocky dynamic has been a subject of public and fan discussion, especially after Amanda addressed fan reactions to Kyle criticizing her for smoking weed during an earlier episode aired on February 11. Fans have taken to social media to weigh in on the tension portrayed in the series.

Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula began dating in 2015 and married in September 2021. They announced their split publicly in January 2026. The footage from the show reflects moments from months prior to their separation, capturing the complexities and challenges they faced during their marriage.

This public apology marks an attempt by Kyle to take responsibility for his actions and to express remorse for the pain caused during the difficult period captured on Summer House. As the couple navigates their estrangement, their story continues to engage viewers and fans of the show.