Amanda Batula praised ‘friends’ Ciara Miller and West Wilson — weeks before they confirmed secret relationship

Amanda Batula praised her “friends” Ciara Miller and West Wilson for supporting her through her separation from Kyle Cooke — weeks before she and Wilson confirmed their secret romance.

“It would have been a very difficult summer to get through without Ciara. She is one of the kindest, most loving, loyal friends I’ve ever had,” Batula told Marie Claire in an interview published March 3.

“She sends me texts out of the blue, reminding me how strong, powerful, smart and kind I am — I don’t think she even realizes how much I need those texts,” she continued.

Batula, 34, also gushed about Wilson, 30, teasing that fans will “see him be there for [her] throughout” Season 10, which is currently airing.

“It’s also meant so much to me how supportive West has been throughout the season, sometimes in ways I wasn’t even aware of when filming.”

“It’s not performative; it’s just really authentic to who West is. He checks Kyle and puts him in his place, and you’ll continue to see him be there for me throughout the season.”

Notably, rumors of Batula and Wilson’s secret fling began making headlines just two days after this interview was published.

Viewers are currently watching the downfall of Batula and Cooke’s four-year marriage play out, as well as Miller and Wilson try to reconcile after dating in Season 8.

Miller, 30, and Wilson have also been spotted together post-filming, most recently at the Super Bowl last month.

Given this context, “Summer House” viewers were shocked when Batula and Wilson confirmed their secret relationship on Tuesday.

“We’ve seen the growing online speculation, so while this is still very new, we wanted to provide some clarity,” the two shared a joint statement via their Instagram Stories Tuesday.

“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 needed a little space to process things privately before speaking on it,” the statement continued.

The pair insisted that “what’s developed recently was the last thing either of us expected.”

They each asked for “understanding and respect” as they “navigate” the situation.

Meanwhile, Miller has unfollowed her ex and former bestie in the wake of the news.

Shortly after their bombshell statement, a source close to the situation exclusively told
Page Six that Wilson and Batula are in a “full-blown relationship.”

“It’s not just a hookup,” our insider insisted, adding that the duo’s co-stars — including Miller and Cooke — are “pissed” and “disappointed.”