The relationship between Carl Radke and Lindsay Hubbard, which fans of Summer House followed closely, came to an emotional end when Carl called off their wedding.
The split, captured on camera for Summer House Season 8, shocked fans and even left Lindsay claiming she felt “blindsided.” However, Carl has since explained the reasons behind his decision and why he has no regrets.
Why Carl Radke Ended His Engagement with Lindsay Hubbard?
Carl opened up about his decision to break up with Lindsay on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen on March 14, 2024. He revealed that their relationship lacked the stability needed to move forward into marriage.
“I think a wedding is to celebrate your relationship, and there were foundational things that were not stable to move forward with a lifetime of marriage,” Carl explained.
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Throughout Summer House Season 8, tensions between the couple became increasingly evident. They had disagreements over:
- Carl’s career changes and his next steps.
- How much effort he was putting into planning the wedding.
- Small yet significant relationship habits, including the use of pet names like “babe.”
These ongoing conflicts made Carl question their future, leading to his ultimate decision to end the engagement.
Did Lindsay Really Feel “Blindsided” by the Breakup?
In the Summer House Season 8 trailer, Lindsay was seen calling a friend in distress, saying she felt “blindsided” by Carl’s decision.
Carl responded to her claim, stating that their relationship struggles had been ongoing for months and were already visible in the first few episodes of the season.
“The reality I was living in, we had some serious things that needed to be addressed, and she didn’t believe that,” Carl explained.
While Lindsay may have been caught off guard by how the breakup unfolded, Carl believes that the issues in their relationship were clear well before he called off the wedding.
Who Was to Blame for the Breakup?
Despite being the one to call off the wedding, Carl doesn’t place all the blame on himself. He admitted that both he and Lindsay played a role in the relationship’s downfall.
“I think we’re both equally responsible for our role in [the breakup],” he stated.
From communication struggles to differences in life priorities, their issues were not one-sided.
Does Carl Regret Breaking Up on Camera?
Since their breakup played out on reality TV, some fans wondered if Carl regrets ending the engagement while cameras were rolling. However, Carl insists he does not regret filming the split.
“No, I don’t regret anything [with] the way that it went down,” he said. “I actually think it was the best decision for the both of us to not move forward with the wedding.”
While public breakups can be difficult, Carl believes calling off the wedding was the right choice for both him and Lindsay.
What’s Next for Carl and Lindsay?
Since their split, both Carl and Lindsay have been moving forward separately. Lindsay has spoken out about her experience and even revealed what happened to the engagement ring Carl gave her.
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Meanwhile, Carl has focused on his personal growth and announced a new career venture, continuing to advocate for mental health and sobriety.
As Summer House Season 8 unfolds, fans will get to see the full story of their breakup and how each of them navigates life post-engagement.
