Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray has finally spoken about the real reason behind the end of her four-year relationship and canceled engagement with actor Sam Milby.
In a candid interview on the YouTube channel of broadcaster Karen Davila, Gray revealed for the first time what led to their split.
“There was a part in our relationship na he realized na he wasn’t ready to take it to that stage of commitment we thought we were on ’cause he had proposed. Months later (after he proposed to me), he realized na hindi pala siya ready. That was very hurtful for me. I was blindsided at the time and I really tried to make it work. I was willing to adjust ’cause siguro when you love someone, you’re willing to understand them. Pero it got to that point na at that age and after we’ve been through, kung ‘di ka pa rin sure, I think that’s an answer.”
Gray admitted she did everything she could to save the relationship.
“So, I was willing to just—siguro, when you love someone, you’re willing to understand them. Pero, it got to a point na, at that age, and what we’ve been through, and hindi ka pa rin sure, I think that’s an answer already.”
Eventually, she realized she had to prioritize herself.
“I realized that I needed to choose myself in that moment, because I’ve given so much in trying to adjust… I don’t look down on myself at that moment because I did it because I love the person.”
The beauty queen also made it clear what she wants in the future.
“As a woman, I wanna have a family. I wanna get married, and I’d love to be a mom someday. So, I really want a partner who values me and sees that future too. Ayokong ma-wait around for someone to figure out.”
Speculations about their breakup first surfaced in early 2024. At the time, their management released a statement saying the couple was “facing some challenges” and working things out. Nearly a year later, Milby confirmed they were no longer engaged, while Gray remained silent and focused on work—until now.
Reflecting on that painful chapter, she shared: “I think that heartbreak taught me a lot, [because] I was really shattered—and to navigate that publicly was really hard too. I didn’t wanna talk about it, kasi ang sakit niya eh. I was so broken.”
Gray revealed she sought professional help and leaned on her inner circle.
“Now, I’m so much better. I went into therapy for two years, and I became so close with my core group—my friends, my family—in a way that I don’t think I had before. It’s just been a really healing journey. I feel like I came back home to myself. The version of me now, I’m the healthiest I’ve ever been.”
Despite the heartbreak, Gray emphasized that she has not lost faith in love—and even confirmed she is currently dating a non-showbiz personality.
“Absolutely! I definitely [still] believe in love. I think if you have a bad experience with a guy or two, you shouldn’t allow that to reframe or change how you see love. I think love is beautiful.”
