Exclusive: Carl Radke Returns to Loverboy Amidst Kyle Cooke Drama - Shocking Reveals from BravoCon's 'Summer House'
‘Summer House’ stars Carl Radke and Kyle Cooke put their drama behind them as they reunite at Loverboy Find out more shocking BravoCon revelations and surprises in this must-read article!
Carl Radke, from the show Summer House, has maintained a strong bond with his friend Kyle Cooke and continues to work at Loverboy, despite their occasional challenges. At BravoCon on November 3, during the launch of Loverboy's new nonalcoholic line, Kyle, aged 41, disclosed that Carl, aged 38, has rejoined the company on a part-time basis. Since January 2021, Carl has been sober and is now assisting with the promotion of the new product.
During season 7 of the Bravo series, Carl and Kyle experienced a rift in their relationship. This ultimately led to Carl's departure from Loverboy, due to his concerns about how he was being treated at the alcohol company. Kyle, on the other hand, attributed Carl's dissatisfaction with his job to his romantic involvement with Lindsay Hubbard, claiming that it was affecting his performance at work.
Nevertheless, Carl decided to end his engagement to Lindsay, who is 37 years old, while season 8 of the reality show was being filmed. Throughout this challenging period, Kyle has remained supportive of Carl.
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Carl Radke, Lindsay Hubbard. Charles Sykes/Bravo
Where Do Carl and Lindsay Stand After Their Broken Engagement?
Lindsay mentioned that she and Carl rarely communicate unless he needs to come to the apartment to retrieve something. As the panel began, Lindsay admitted, "I'm feeling really nervous, I can't deny it, I'm shaking."
Speaking to the audience, Carl acknowledged and addressed the obvious tension in the room. "I'm thankful to be present here. I'm also feeling nervous and emotional," he confessed. "However, I'm truly proud to be involved in this show and to be associated with Bravo. I genuinely appreciate all the support from our fans."
Days before reuniting with Carl at BravoCon, Lindsay revealed exclusively to We that she was still in the process of dealing with their break-up. "I was completely taken by surprise," she shared on Wednesday, November 1. Lindsay explained that Carl never provided a clear reason for calling off the wedding, leaving her emotionally devastated. "He completely upended my life. I went through a range of emotions, from crying to anger, and I had to find closure on my own. But now, I have reached a point where I am truly ready to move forward."
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Andy Cohen Played a Part in Lindsay and Danielle’s Reunion
Danielle Olivera expressed that she and Lindsay had a positive one-on-one interaction after their reunion. She credited Andy for playing a significant role in reuniting them and helping them recognize their desire to mend their friendship.
Danielle, who is 34 years old, experienced a falling out with Lindsay in the fall of 2022 due to Danielle's lack of public support for Lindsay's engagement to Carl. Lindsay now realizes that she may not have been kind to Danielle when she expressed reservations about the speed of Lindsay's relationship with Carl.
"We were in different places mentally and emotionally during the past summer," Lindsay stated. "We had misunderstandings and miscommunications. I don't believe the blame lies solely with either of us."
Danielle, on the other hand, revealed to Us in October that she fully supports Lindsay following her split from Carl. She mentioned that she hasn't had any contact with Carl since he hurt Lindsay.
Carl Gives an Update on His Sobriety After Split
“I haven't consumed any alcohol, I haven't used any cocaine. That is monumental for me,” Carl expressed regarding his daily dedication to maintaining sobriety. “It's a continuous journey of taking it one day at a time. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to still be a part of this and resist the urge to drink.”
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Lindsay and Paige Are Friends?
Danielle disclosed that Lindsay and Paige went on a friendly outing. The viewers of Summer House have witnessed the fluctuating dynamics between Paige DeSorbo and Lindsay since season 3. At the season 7 reunion in May, Paige, aged 30, engaged in a conflict with Lindsay once more and labeled both her and Carl as "fake."
Andrea Denver Is Engaged!
Paige, on Friday, confirmed that the eighth season proved to be a significant milestone for the women. Paige shared with the audience, "We did have a delightful friend date. Lindsay and I are in a good place. Presently, I harbor no ill feelings towards anyone on this stage."
Andrea Denver Is Engaged!
Andrea, aged 32, discreetly disclosed his engagement to Lexi Sundin after being in a relationship for nearly two years. This revelation took the cast by surprise, including Danielle, who exclaimed, "I had no idea!"
Andrea went on to provide additional information to the audience, mentioning that all the individuals on stage are invited to the wedding in Italy. Lindsay responded by playfully remarking, "Just make sure not to cancel it," indirectly referencing the cancellation of her and Carl's destination wedding, which was planned in Mexico and called off a few months prior to the intended date.
Danielle Is Feuding With Luke Gulbranson
While Lindsay and Carl admitted to maintaining contact with Luke, 39, and expressing their affection for him, Danielle admitted that she is at odds with their previous castmate. (Luke departed the show prior to season 7 in 2022.)
“Luke believes that my actions in the previous season were solely for the purpose of creating a narrative,” Danielle explained, reflecting on her strong response to Lindsay and Carl's swift engagement in season 7. "As a result, he is not currently on my good list."
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Are Kory and Sam Still Dating?
Following their comfortable experience on season 7 of Summer House, there was still some ambiguity surrounding the relationship status of Sam Feher and Kory Keefer when Kory, aged 33, traveled to Colorado Springs to participate in the filming of season 3 of Winter House, which is currently being broadcasted.
"Coming in and ending all the nonsense was a decision I don't regret," Sam, a 26-year-old, commented on Kory's mischievous behavior at Winter House when they were in an ambiguous romantic situation.
Despite encountering some obstacles, Sam affirmed that she and Kory are still together. "Although he did play a prank on me by spitting an espresso martini into my mouth, we're alright," she joked.
Which ‘Summer House’ Star Do They Want Back?
In response to an audience member's question about who she would bring back to the Summer House, Paige immediately mentioned Hannah. Despite acknowledging that the desire to bring her back might not be shared by everyone, Paige emphasized Hannah's importance as her "Giggly Squad" podcast cohost.
Hannah, aged 32, left Summer House after season 5 due to conflicts with Amanda Batula. She was initially uninvited but later reinvited to attend Amanda, aged 32, and Kyle's wedding in 2021, although she chose not to go. However, both Kyle and Amanda announced to the audience on Friday that they would be open to having Hannah return to the show.
"Amanda stated that she would bring Hannah back," shared Kyle. He further explained, "Time has a way of healing wounds. I am willing to reconnect with Hannah, even if it's just for a weekend."
Kyle Cooke, Amanda Batula, Carl Radke at BravoCon 2023. David Becker/Bravo
‘Summer House’ Season 8 Is ‘A Lot of Fun’
“We had a lot of fun,” Lindsay teased of the past summer, which will air on Bravo next year. “This was one of the most fun summers that we’ve had.”
Carl announced that there are "a few fresh male additions" for season 8, injecting a rejuvenating energy into the Hamptons house. He further expressed excitement, stating, "I believe everyone will be thoroughly thrilled with the forthcoming season." Carl emphasized the group's enjoyment, echoing Lindsay's sentiment of having an extraordinary time and surpassing their previous endeavors.
