Is Craig Conover charming or just dangerously protected by his fanbase?
That’s the burning question lighting Southern Charm Twitter on fire this week after one viral post accused fans of turning a blind eye to Craig’s most chaotic behavior — and instead placing the blame squarely on long-time girlfriend Paige DeSorbo.
“Craig could literally k*ll someone and the fandom would say he’s adorable and it was probably Paige’s fault,” one fan tweeted, sparking a full-on digital brawl in the Bravo-sphere.
And just like that, the Bravo internet imploded.
The Boyfriend Bias?
From drunken outbursts to emotional spirals to that unforgettable sewing-fueled tantrum in Season 8, Craig Conover has had more than a few messy moments on-screen.
But according to a growing number of viewers, the fandom continues to coddle him with “he’s just misunderstood” excuses — while holding Paige to impossibly high standards.
“He screams at Austen? He’s passionate. Paige rolls her eyes ONCE? She’s manipulative and cold,” one Reddit user pointed out.
“Make it make sense.”
The accusations of a double standard gained even more traction after a recent Southern Charm sneak peek showed Craig lashing out during a group dinner — only for fans to immediately flood social media defending him.
“He’s stressed! He’s got a lot on his plate! Paige probably triggered him!” one fan commented.
Triggered him?! He flipped a table, Susan.
Is Paige the Villain or the Scapegoat?
Ever since Paige DeSorbo — fashion icon and Summer House OG — entered the Southern Charm universe, she’s been met with intense scrutiny.
From her decision not to move to Charleston full-time to her no-nonsense attitude toward Craig’s emotional outbursts, Paige has been labeled everything from “cold-hearted” to “calculated.”
But her defenders say: Hold on — she’s just setting boundaries. And Craig can’t handle it.
“Why is it that when Paige has standards, she’s a ‘b*tch,’ but when Craig has a meltdown, he’s a ‘wounded soul’?” one fan asked.
“The patriarchy is alive and well in Bravo fandom.”
Cast Members Chime In
Even Southern Charm insiders have noticed the bizarre devotion to Craig. One source told DailyMail.com:
“Behind the scenes, people love Craig but also know he gets away with a lot. Paige doesn’t play the sweet Southern girlfriend role — and that rubs people the wrong way. But she’s real.”
Another insider hinted that Paige may be reaching her limit with Craig’s behavior — and fans might see some tension explode in the upcoming season.
“Paige isn’t here to babysit another man-child. She’s not Lindsay Hubbard.”
The Internet Is Divided
Bravo Twitter is now split into two passionate — and petty — factions:
🛡️ Team Craig: “He’s doing his best! He’s grown so much! Paige knew what she signed up for!”
🔥 Team Paige: “She deserves better. He’s not emotionally available, and fans need to stop romanticizing that.”
And somewhere in between? A bunch of viewers clutching their wine glasses, screaming at their TVs, and wondering how the hell we got here.
Final Verdict?
Whether you love him, loathe him, or just enjoy watching him spiral in fitted polos — one thing’s clear:
Craig Conover could set Charleston on fire, and half the fandom would still say, “He just needs a hug.”
Meanwhile, Paige? She’d get blamed for handing him the matches.
Justice for Paige. And maybe some therapy for Craig. 🥴
Bravo, keep the cameras rolling — because this love story is starting to look a lot like a cautionary tale.
