'Summer House' Star KJ Dillard Shocks 'WWHL' Audience by Reading West Wilson's Text Live on Air
Summer House star KJ Dillard turned a routine reunion aftershock into a full-on breaking-news moment on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen when he revealed he'd finally received a message from West Wilson… then casually decided to read the text to the studio audience.
KJ previously wrote on Threads that he hadn't received a message from West after West said on a podcast he'd reached out to the cast about the explosive news he was dating Amanda Batula.
"He texted me the day after the reunion, and I didn't even look at the message...I was a bit scared to look at it," KJ admitted. Pulling out his phone, KJ teased, "Wait, should I read it right now?"
As the audience literally screamed and host Andy Cohen covered his face, KJ started reading the text-silently- to take in the message before considering if he'd read it to the viewers.
Admitting the message was long, KJ read the text to himself as his girlfriend, Dara Levitan, sat in the audience, sharing with Andy that the reunion was beyond intense.
Andy turns to KJ, asking about the text. "I'll read it," he said, giggling. "West says, 'I wanted to thank you for your articulation and kindness yesterday, despite being hurt. I've been off social, and I think I lost touch with how much hurt there was. I'm incredibly sorry. Also, sending you love in regards to your mental health. You shared a lot yesterday and I know it might carry much weight now, but I'm always rooting for the best for you. I know it will take some time, but whenever you feel like you're ready, lunch or a phone call would mean a lot in the spirit of healing. No need to respond. Take your time.'"
Leaning back in his chair, KJ reflected on the message's impact. "That really hurts," he said. "It just hurts because it's like me and him were so close."
KJ previously told Parade-before West and Amanda began dating-that he had hoped West and Ciara Miller might rekindle their romance, adding that he viewed Ciara as a big sister and West as a big brother.
"That's big sister, and that's big brother. I love them both, and I really want them to get married," he laughed. "But West, he's gotta settle down. Time will tell. I know he loves Ciara, though."
Summer House is on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on Bravo.
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This story was originally published May 6, 2026 at 5:55 AM.