"I'm starting to love this"- Southern Charm's Craig Conover on spending more time in New York with girlfriend Paige DeSorbo

Conover, a mainstay on Southern Charm, revealed that he is growing more accustomed to and even enjoying his time in New York City as their relationship progresses. During an exclusive interview with Page Six on December 12, Conover highlighted his evolving perspective.

“Honestly, I will always be a part of Charleston, but I’m starting to love this like New York energy and the challenges that come with New York, and I think I’ll be spending more time up here,” Conover stated.

With his base in Charleston and DeSorbo residing in New York City, the couple splits time between two cities while pursuing their individual goals and shared future aspirations.

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Southern Charm's Craig Conover adopts to New York life amid long-distance relationship with Paige DeSorbo

Long-distance logistics and New York’s appeal

Since the fall of 2021, when they started their relationship, Conover and DeSorbo have been maintaining a long-distance connection. The routine involves splitting time between her apartment in New York City and Conover's residence in Charleston, South Carolina.

The Southern Charm star underscored that despite his Charleston roots, New York is increasingly appealing due to its energy and challenges. While promoting Season 10 of Southern Charm, Conover stated:

“As long as I have an airport, I can get to my meetings. I enjoy staying on the road, but, you know, who knows?”

Notable, he is the owner of Sewing Down South company which produces sewing and home goods from Charleston.

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Plans for the future

During the interview, Conover revealed his aspirations to expand his business and possibly return to college. He also stated that a business degree may help him catapult the business to the next step.

“Paige thinks I’m crazy, but I’m thinking about going back and getting a degree...I’d like to learn how to take my business to the next level. I was a finance major [in undergrad], but I don’t remember a lot of it,” he said.

Craig Conover expressed his wish to pursue another degree, stating that he doesn't know what the future holds but is excited to "be better" next week than he is today. DeSorbo, who hosts the Giggly Squad podcast and tours extensively, shares a similar work ethic.

“I love that Paige and I are on this parallel track of just working hard. I mean, she’s the hardest worker I know,” Conover said.

He also mentioned that while the future remains uncertain, both partners are committed to achieving their goals while supporting each other.

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Personal dynamics and shared goals

The couple has previously expressed their intention to marry and start a family. Conover confirmed that these aspirations remain, adding,

“Paige said that she will name the babies, and that I can name the animals.”

For now, he frequently stays at DeSorbo’s New York apartment, where he has taken on the role of caring for her cat, Daphne. Despite the physical distance, Conover described their relationship as strong and noted that they are “basically living together.” In an October 2024 interview with Page Six, he said:

“She does say that she sees me more than she saw some boyfriends that lived in New York City because of the commute [across boroughs].”

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Fans can continue to follow his journey on Southern Charm, which airs Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo. Southern Charm episodes can be streamed the following day on Peacock.