Craig Conover Reflects on Single Life at 37

Months after ending his relationship with “Summer House” star Paige DeSorbo, Craig Conover is opening up about the emotional journey that followed—and how being single at 37 has forced him to reevaluate what truly matters in life.

Purpose, Philanthropy, and Being “Single at 37”

“I’m coming into a stage in my life where I don’t know what my purpose is. It’s funny. It’s an odd way to feel,” Conover shared on the May 27 episode of the “2 Fake Seals” podcast. “I don’t know. What am I here for? It’s too existential for this convo, but finding myself single at 37 and [nothing] against that, I’m just saying that I think I was just like, ‘Oh, I’m gonna have a family.’”

The “Southern Charm” star continued, “What I mean is that, now, all of a sudden, I’m only answering to myself. So, what do I do with my time to make it count?”

The heartfelt reflections came during a May event benefiting Hope for the Warriors, a nonprofit organization that offers support to veterans and military families. Conover, who joined the nonprofit’s board council in 2024, said giving back has become a significant part of his life—and helped him find fulfillment after personal setbacks.

Finding Fulfillment Beyond Fame

Despite a successful career as a Bravo personality and entrepreneur, Conover said it’s his philanthropic work that brings him the most joy. “I accomplished what I — I did it. I did what I wanted to do,” he said on the podcast. “I do, one day, would love to have a family and stuff. So, now it’s like, ‘OK, how do you make the most out of your time now?’”

Through his brand Sewing Down South, Conover has donated more than $200,000 to charitable organizations around the world, according to Hope for the Warriors’ website.

“Whatever the cause is, it’s what drives me. It’s why I work really hard at Sewing Down South, to make enough money to be able to help people,” he said. “Take the business side out of it… It’ll make you feel like a better person. If you’re looking for purpose, go volunteer somewhere.”

Although he didn’t get into specifics about his current romantic life, Conover hinted he was no longer single during a March 27 appearance on “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.”

“Are you dating?” host Andy Cohen asked.

“I am, and I’m really happy,” Conover replied. “You know, when I date, I tend to date only one person at a time, so I’ve been seeing someone. And I’ve been reminded that the universe works in crazy ways, and that everything happens for a reason.”

Conover’s split from DeSorbo—first revealed in early 2025—marked the end of a multi-year relationship that began after the two met filming a Bravo crossover event. While the breakup prompted questions from fans, it seems Conover is now focused on personal growth and finding meaning through service, connection, and future dreams of family life.