Venita Aspen and Craig Conover’s Feud: Current Updates and Insights on Their Relationship
The relationship between Venita Aspen and Craig Conover from *Southern Charm* has soured significantly since March 2025, following their appearances on *Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen*. The tension ignited when Venita expressed her support for Paige DeSorbo, Craig’s ex-girlfriend, during her appearance on the show.
In a subsequent episode of *WWHL*, Craig reacted to Venita’s comments, stating he no longer wished to be “associated” with her. He clarified that his decision stemmed from other remarks Venita made about him, rather than solely her support for Paige.
As season 11 of *Southern Charm* debuted in the fall of 2025, viewers witnessed the ongoing fallout between the two, which, as of December 2025, remains unresolved. Venita addressed the situation in a podcast appearance, expressing a desire to understand Craig’s ongoing anger towards her. “I wish I could sit down and ask him [why he is still upset], if I’m being honest,” she said. “I just assume it’s always the Paige stuff — and if that’s it then we have got to move on from that.”
Context of the Feud
In March 2025, Venita publicly acknowledged her friendship with Paige, stating, “I have a closer relationship with Paige than I do [with] Craig.” She noted that her connection with Paige stemmed from a mutual friendship with Ciara Miller, who is also a cast member on *Summer House*.
Despite Venita’s reasoning, Craig asserted that he felt betrayed by her comments and had long felt a lack of friendship from her. During his *WWHL* appearance, he remarked, “Craig never really made any effort to be my friend. So it’s like, why am I now supposed to just be like, ‘Oh yeah, you’re right?’”
The Public Split
Craig Conover, Paige DeSorbo. Udo Salters/Getty Images
Venita’s decision to support Paige after Craig’s split ignited further conflict. During a live appearance, Craig firmly stated, “I’m not friends with her. I wish her well, but no one’s entitled to my friendship.” He concluded that while friends may support each other through breakups, his feelings towards Venita had changed significantly.
Continued Tension and Public Appearances
By November 2025, during BravoCon, Venita noted that Craig avoided her, saying, “He won’t even look in my direction.” Despite the ongoing tension, she humorously critiqued his appearance, indicating a level of lightheartedness amid their feud.
As season 11 progresses, both Venita and Craig’s animosity remains a focal point of the show, with viewers learning more about their dynamic. Venita has expressed concern about Craig’s temper and described him as “a certified a**hole,” indicating her reluctance to engage in conflict with him.
Aggravating Factors
Venita Aspen, Ciara Miller. Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Target
While tensions rise, Ciara Miller defended Venita, emphasizing the unique challenges she faces as the only Black woman in a predominantly white cast. Ciara’s comments came amid concerns that Craig’s distancing was aimed at sidelining Venita from the show’s narrative.
Venita confirmed in a podcast that Craig had been avoiding filming with her, leading her to feel her job security was at risk. “If a main cast ‘refuses’ to film with another main cast member; that’s code for trying to push them out,” Ciara asserted, highlighting the discrimination Black women often face in the entertainment industry.
Future Prospects
As the conflict unfolds throughout the season, Venita expressed her intent to remain the “bigger person” by attending social events despite their issues. However, Craig’s refusal to communicate complicates any potential reconciliation.
“Oh, my God, it was devastating,” Venita reflected on Craig’s public declaration of their friendship’s end. “All he had to do was say, ‘Hey, I don’t like the things that you’ve been saying. Do you mind if we chat about it?’”
With no resolution in sight, the dynamic between Venita and Craig continues to be a significant storyline in *Southern Charm*, which airs Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo.
