Overview
- Batula and Wilson, who posted matching statements Tuesday on Instagram, said their relationship is very new and grew from a longstanding friendship after taking time to process feelings in private.
- Hours after the confirmation, Ciara Miller unfollowed both on Instagram as several castmates shared reaction posts that fans read as support for Miller and for Kyle Cooke.
- A cast source told People there is hurt, confusion, and a sense of betrayal in the group, with many saying they were unaware and looking for answers at a reunion taping expected in the coming weeks.
- The news follows Batula’s January separation from husband and costar Kyle Cooke and Wilson’s prior romance with Batula’s close friend and castmate Ciara Miller, raising stakes within the friend group.
- Speculation started March 5 with a Deuxmoi sighting and grew after Wilson fielded questions on Watch What Happens Live and cast members posted cryptic messages before Tuesday’s confirmation.