The recent breakup between Craig Conover of Southern Charm and Paige DeSorbo of Summer House has left fans disheartened, given the couple’s evident chemistry and jealousy inducing romantic moments over their three-year relationship.
Announced by DeSorbo on her Giggly Squad podcast, she emphasized the mutual respect and love that remain between them, stating, “I think he is one of the best people I’ve met in my entire life.” Though the breakup came as a shock for many, others were not entirely surprised – feeling the clues of non-commitment were on the horizon.
Let’s take a look at a high level overview of their time together:
- Summer 2019: Craig and Paige first crossed paths during season 4 of Summer House when Craig and his Southern Charm co-stars attended Kyle Cooke’s birthday party. At the time, Paige was in a relationship, and their interaction remained friendly.
- February 2021: The duo reunited on the set of Winter House in Vermont. Craig was then dating Natalie Hegnauer, while Paige was single, having ended her relationship with Perry Rahbar in October 2020. Their camaraderie deepened during this period.
- Spring 2021: Post-Winter House, Paige visited Charleston, where she and Craig shared their first kiss, marking a shift from friendship to a budding romance.
- Summer 2021: While filming season 6 of Summer House, their relationship evolved amidst various dynamics, including Paige’s interactions with Andrea Denver.
- October 2021: The couple publicly confirmed their relationship, with Craig expressing that their bond had been years in the making.
- December 2021: Paige made their relationship Instagram official, sharing a photo from a holiday event with the caption, “Sew in love,” a nod to Craig’s business, Sewing Down South.
- 2022-2024: Their relationship was featured across Bravo shows, with both discussing future plans, including potential marriage and family.
- December 2024: Paige announced their amicable split on her Giggly Squad podcast, emphasizing mutual respect and differing future aspirations.
Notable episodes highlighting their relationship:
Summer House Season 6, Episode 11: In this episode, Craig and Paige have a heartfelt conversation about their future, during which Craig expresses his desire for marriage and children. Paige becomes emotional, shedding light on her apprehensions and the pressures she feels regarding such commitments. This candid discussion provides insight into their differing timelines and the complexities of merging individual aspirations.
Southern Charm Season 8, Episode 13: Paige visits Craig in Charleston, and they discuss the challenges of maintaining a long-distance relationship. The episode delves into their differing views on relocation, with Paige expressing reservations about moving to Charleston. Their candid discussions highlight the balancing act between personal ambitions and relationship commitments.
Winter House Season 2, Episode 5: During a group dinner, the topic of Craig and Paige’s future is brought up by their friends. The ensuing conversation reveals their differing expectations and timelines, with Craig expressing a desire to settle down sooner than Paige. The episode captures the couple navigating peer input and their own uncertainties about the future.
How did we get here?
Paige’s independence and drive were evident throughout their relationship, often inspiring Craig to pursue personal growth by expanding his existing businesses and starting a few more. In early December, Craig expressed his commitment to becoming more husband and father material, reflecting his dedication to DeSorbo.
Their decision to part ways was made with maturity and an understanding of their individual future desires. DeSorbo noted, “No one did anything. It wasn’t a bad thing. I think we both were just being really mature and saying what we want and what we didn’t want.”
While the couple managed a long-distance relationship between New York and Charleston, it’s understandable that Paige, a New York native, might have reservations about relocating to Charleston, a city with a complex history being North America’s largest Transatlantic Slave Trade port of entry.
Fan Reactions
Fans have expressed their sentiments on the breakup on platforms like r/SouthernCharm Reddit. User Mama_Milfy_San commented, “I don’t know why it’s so hard to understand SHE thought she would eventually change. It’s literally only been 3 years. Everyone drilling into her head she should be ready to settle down and have kids is stay made her set aside her own feelings. They obviously love each other, she just isn’t ready to give up everything and become a trad-wife, AND THATS OKAY!! Nobody’s time was wasted, nobody was malicious, and Craig can still go knock up the next woman who fawns over him and his pillows.”
Check out more fan reactions from r/SouthernCharm below:
Moving Forward
As both Paige and Craig move forward, there’s hope that they will continue to support each other’s endeavors and maintain the friendship that was the foundation of their relationship.
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