Carl Radke Appears Briefly in 'Summer House' Spin-Off 'In the City'

The reality star explains why he's not a main cast member on the new Bravo series.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:35pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring stark black silhouettes of various shapes and forms, representing the cast members of the 'Summer House' reality TV franchise, set against a high-contrast background of solid red and white colors, conveying the conceptual shift in the new spin-off series 'In the City'.The new 'In the City' spin-off shakes up the 'Summer House' cast dynamics, focusing on coupled-up housemates over single stars like Carl Radke.Manhattan Today

Carl Radke, a longtime cast member on the Bravo reality series 'Summer House', will make brief appearances in the show's new spin-off 'In the City', but is not part of the main cast. Radke explained that the new series is more focused on the relationships and dynamics of the married or coupled-up housemates, which didn't align with his current single status at the time of filming.

Why it matters

As a popular and long-running cast member on 'Summer House', Radke's absence from the main 'In the City' lineup has sparked curiosity among fans. His candid explanation provides insight into the production's creative direction for the new series and the factors that determined the core cast.

The details

According to Radke, the producers of 'In the City' were 'really focused' on featuring the 'next chapter' of the 'Summer House' housemates, such as those who are married, have children, or are in serious relationships. As Radke was single at the time, he didn't necessarily 'fit in' with the show's intended dynamics. However, Radke did film 'a little bit' for some episodes, so viewers will still get 'a glimpse' of him in the new spin-off series.

  • The 'In the City' spin-off of 'Summer House' is set to premiere on Bravo on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
  • Radke and his ex-fiancée, Lindsay Hubbard, called off their engagement in 2023.

The players

Carl Radke

A longtime cast member on the Bravo reality series 'Summer House', who will make brief appearances in the show's new spin-off 'In the City', but is not part of the main cast.

Lindsay Hubbard

Radke's ex-fiancée, who is part of the main cast of 'In the City'.

Kyle Cooke

A 'Summer House' housemate who is part of the main cast of 'In the City'.

Amanda Batula

A 'Summer House' housemate who is part of the main cast of 'In the City'.

Danielle Olivera

A 'Summer House' housemate who is part of the main cast of 'In the City'.

Andrew Denver

A 'Summer House' housemate who is part of the main cast of 'In the City'.

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What they’re saying

“They were really focused, it seems like, on the next chapter. [People who are] married, or you have a child, or whatever's going on. Less single people.”

— Carl Radke, Reality TV Star

“It was more of the couples and the inner dynamics of living in Manhattan. So that wasn't necessarily where I fit in at this point.”

— Carl Radke, Reality TV Star

“You'll see a glimpse of me, as far as I know.”

— Carl Radke, Reality TV Star

“I would love to be a part of it. But if they don't want me to be, I'm still going to cheer and show up for everything they asked me to. I'm so proud to be a part of this network.”

— Carl Radke, Reality TV Star

What’s next

Fans will have to tune in to 'In the City' when it premieres on Bravo on May 19, 2026 to see how much Carl Radke is featured in the new spin-off series.

The takeaway

While Carl Radke is not a main cast member on the 'Summer House' spin-off 'In the City', his candid explanation about the show's focus on coupled-up housemates provides insight into the creative direction of the new series and the factors that determined the core cast. Radke's continued support for the franchise suggests he may appear in future seasons if the opportunity aligns with his relationship status.