Bravo fans are convinced that Kyle Cooke just spilled the beans on a major casting change for “Summer House” season 10. The reality star shared an Instagram post celebrating a “boys night” — and one photo in particular has viewers zooming in and asking questions about a new face in the mix.
Kyle Cooke’s Instagram Post Fuels ‘Summer House’ Speculation
Cooke, 42, posted a series of photos featuring “Summer House” favorites Jesse Solomon, West Wilson, Carl Radke, and himself — alongside “Bachelor Australia” alum Ben Waddell. The group appeared to be celebrating Waddell’s birthday at Benjamin’s Steakhouse, with Cooke captioning the post, “Boys night to celebrate Ben’s bday at Benjamin’s Steakhouse 🎂🥩. Oh the irony!”
InstagramThe carousel showed the group’s steak dinner, drinks, and a birthday dessert, but fans quickly honed in on the surprise addition. The top comment under the post summed it up perfectly — one fan simply asked, “Who’s Ben?”
InstagramThat question might not stay unanswered for long. The post all but confirms that Waddell will be joining the cast of “Summer House” season 10, aligning with reports that he was spotted filming with the group over the summer.
‘Bachelor’ Alum Ben Waddell and 3 Other Newbies Join for ‘Summer House’ Season 10
According to Bravo and Cocktails, Ben Waddell is one of four newcomers set to appear in the upcoming season, alongside Kelly Justin “KJ” Dillard, Levi Sebree, and Bailey Taylor. Waddell reportedly joined through Cooke and Amanda Batula, while KJ was brought on as a friend of Wilson.
“The two boy newbies are West’s friend KJ Dillard and Kyle/Amanda’s friend Ben Waddell (he was on the Australian Bachelor),” the outlet noted.
Waddell, who first appeared on “The Bachelor Australia”, is no stranger to reality TV or the spotlight — he’s also a model and television personality. Meanwhile, musician KJ recently released an EP titled “No Signal,” while Levi, an NYC-based event planner, and Bailey, host of “The It Girl Series” and “BspokeTV”, round out the new additions.
Photos shared by fans showed Levi filming scenes with returning cast members Jesse Solomon and West Wilson, while KJ was also spotted socializing with the group during production.
Returning Cast and What to Expect in Season 10
Season 10 of “Summer House” will look a little different from past years. With Hubbard reportedly scaling back to focus on her baby girl and the exits of Paige DeSorbo, Lexi Wood, and Imrul Hassan, the show is introducing new energy — and new drama.
Returning cast members include Cooke, Amanda Batula, Radke, Wilson, Solomon, and Ciara Miller. Hubbard, being a new mom, is also expected to appear in some capacity.
The season 9 finale left fans with multiple cliffhangers, including the end of DeSorbo’s long-term relationship with “Southern Charm” star Craig Conover, Wood and Solomon’s fizzled romance, and Hubbard’s emotional journey welcoming her daughter, Gemma.
“Summer House” Season 10 will premiere on Bravo in early 2026.
