Former Pro Skateboarder KJ Dillard Joins 'Summer House' Cast

The 28-year-old Missouri native is one of six new housemates this season.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:47pm

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KJ Dillard, a 28-year-old former professional skateboarder from Kansas City, Missouri, is joining the cast of Bravo's reality show 'Summer House' for its 10th season. Dillard, who is friends with fellow Missouri native West Wilson, is described as a 'mild-mannered' guy who can turn into a 'rager' after a few drinks. Prior to joining the show, Dillard spent nearly a decade as a pro skateboarder and has also pursued modeling and music.

Why it matters

Dillard's addition to the 'Summer House' cast brings a new perspective and dynamic to the show, as he opens up about his struggles with mental health issues like anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and borderline personality disorder. His story highlights the challenges that some young adults face in balancing their professional and personal lives.

The details

Dillard got his first skateboard at age 6 or 7 and went viral at 19 for inventing a trick called the 'one foot crooked grind.' He spent nearly a decade as a professional skateboarder before shifting his focus to modeling and music. Prior to joining 'Summer House,' Dillard spent two summers modeling in Europe. On the show, Dillard has shared that he has been dealing with anxiety since age 14 and has used activities like skating to manage his mental health issues.

  • Dillard joined the cast of 'Summer House' for Season 10, which premiered in 2026.
  • In November 2025, Dillard revealed on Instagram that he had been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder after struggling with other mental health conditions for over a decade.

The players

KJ Dillard

A 28-year-old former professional skateboarder from Kansas City, Missouri, who is joining the cast of 'Summer House' for its 10th season.

West Wilson

A Missouri native and friend of Dillard's who is also a cast member on 'Summer House' Season 10.

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What they’re saying

“After three to four tequila sodas, he'll throw his grill in, flip his hat backwards, and start to rage.”

— West Wilson, Cast member, 'Summer House' (decider.com)

“For years, my mental health has been a thorn in my side. It's a topic that I often write about it in my music, but rarely share online. On social media, it's easy for me to hide behind a screen, post my highlights and act like everything is okay when in reality everything is not. It's okay to not be okay. That's what community is for. This isn't a cry for help, or anything like that, but more of a 'I'm a human being human' post. This is my surrender. It's a time for me to peel off a temporary bandage on a permanent wound. To anyone else hurting, I'm healing with you...”

— KJ Dillard (Instagram)

What’s next

Viewers will have to tune in to 'Summer House' Season 10 to see how Dillard's storyline and relationships with the other housemates unfold.

The takeaway

Dillard's openness about his mental health struggles on 'Summer House' helps destigmatize these issues and shows that even young, successful individuals can face significant challenges in their personal lives.