Bravo fans brace yourselves because another reality TV romance has bitten the dust . Paige DeSorbo and Craig Conover are officially donezo. After three years of dating the Summer House and Southern Charm stars have called it quits and the reasons why are pretty juicy.
'Secret Hater' Boyfriend? Paige Hints at Craig's Jealousy Over Her Booming Career
In a recent episode of Summer House Paige really let loose about some issues she was having with Craig and it sounds like things were brewing for a while. She confided in her BFF Ciara Miller about a dinner conversation that raised some serious red flags. Apparently Craig was voicing concerns about feeling like he wasn't a priority especially with Paige's super popular Giggly Squad podcast taking off on a big tour.
Paige recounted Craig saying things like he always comes to her and wanting to make sure their relationship was still important now that she was going on tour. Ciara's reaction? Major eye roll. Paige also talked to Amanda Batula who wondered if Craig was being unsupportive. Paige admitted she felt like Craig got "his feelings hurt if I’m shining." Ouch.
But here's the kicker Paige revealed Craig actually admitted to hiding his insecurities on camera. He told her he wouldn't say on camera that she was busier or more successful because it would be "negative" for him. Paige's response was basically "Wait what?! You're worried about looking bad but you're actually being unsupportive and making me feel weird!" She even jokingly wondered if she was dating a "secret hater." Ciara did not hold back either calling Craig a "hater-ass boyfriend" and saying Paige "shouldn’t have to pay for your lack of self-confidence." It sounds like jealousy and insecurity were major factors in this split.
'Great Sex Life' But Not Enough? Craig Shares His Side and Reveals Ring Plans
Craig has also opened up about the breakup on Southern Charm and it seems like he was pretty blindsided. He told Austen Kroll and Shep Rose that things seemed totally fine even great just before the split. He mentioned a "great Thanksgiving" with Paige and her family saying their chemistry was still there.
Then out of nowhere Paige called him and said "We gotta talk." Craig said he was shocked and it all felt very calm but she basically told him she needed to "find herself" and "take control of her life again" and that they needed to break up. He admitted he was trying to deny it to himself because he "didn't want it to be real."
In a surprising reveal Craig also shared that he had actually bought an engagement ring for Paige. He even designed it and was planning to propose in 2024. However Paige apparently told him to "hold off" which he now sees as a sign she was starting to have doubts. He even offered to move to New York for her because she had said she wanted to raise kids in Manhattan. But Paige apparently thought he would "resent" her if he had to live in New York.
Craig seems genuinely confused about why things ended saying they were "best friends" "loved each other" and "had a great sex life." He just couldn't understand "how are we giving this up?" He called it "weird to mourn someone that's still alive" showing how much the breakup affected him.
Paige Admits "I Tolerated Too Much" and Felt Like She Was Doing "Damage Control"
Paige has also spoken more about the breakup on the Summer House: After Show and she seems to have gained some perspective since they split. She told Amanda and Ciara that "I think I loved him so much that I tolerated too much." Looking back she now sees things differently. She mentioned that "any time I had like a career milestone he found a way to like make it about him." She even described it as "embarrassing" and said she realized she "really was very blinded." Paige felt like she was constantly doing "damage control" in the relationship.
Reasons for the Paige and Craig Breakup: A Quick List
- Jealousy over Career Success: Paige felt Craig was secretly resentful of her busy work schedule and growing career especially with Giggly Squad.
- Lack of Support: Paige felt Craig was not genuinely supportive of her career milestones and often made them about himself.
- Communication Issues: Paige admits they didn't have great communication and she often felt like she had to stay quiet to avoid Craig taking her opinions as "personal attacks."
- Differing Priorities: Paige wanted to prioritize her career and "find herself" while Craig seemed to want more focus on the relationship.
- Location Discrepancies: While Craig offered to move to New York Paige seemed hesitant and concerned about him resenting it.
What's Next for Paige and Craig? Moving On After Bravo Romance Ends
It is definitely the end of an era for Paige and Craig fans. Their Bravo romance was a major storyline for both Summer House and Southern Charm for years. But it seems like they have both realized they want different things and are moving on. Paige is focusing on her career her podcast and figuring out what she wants for her future. Craig is processing the breakup and likely focusing on Sewing Down South and his own path. Breakups are never easy especially public ones but hopefully both Paige and Craig can find happiness and success moving forward separately.