Who is Connor Murphy’s alleged girlfriend? What we know about the late influencer’s relationship

American fitness influencer and YouTuber Connor Murphy died in a drowning incident in Thailand on July 7. He was 32. While authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death, attention has also turned to the woman who says she was in a relationship with him. In comments reported by Thai outlet ThaiRath, the 22-year-old woman shared details about their relationship and addressed questions about Murphy’s behaviour in the hours before he entered a lake in Samut Prakan province, where rescue teams later recovered his body.

Who is Connor Murphy’s 22-year-old girlfriend?

According to ThaiRath, she is 22 years old and had been dating Connor Murphy for around three years. She reportedly told local media that Murphy had recently returned to Thailand after spending time away and came back to be with her. Reports suggest the couple had spent some time apart because of differences in their lifestyles, although it remains unclear whether those issues had been resolved before his return. The woman said she either lived with Murphy or saw him frequently during their relationship in Thailand. She also became one of the last people known to have spoken publicly about him before news of his death emerged.

What Connor Murphy’s girlfriend said about his behaviour before death?

Questions about Murphy’s final hours surfaced after witnesses reportedly described unusual behaviour before the incident. When asked whether drugs could have played a role, the woman said she had never seen him use drugs and could not explain what had happened. She reportedly told Thai media that his actions were unlike anything she had witnessed before. Investigators later examined the luxury rental property where Murphy had been staying. According to reports, authorities found paint spread across parts of the home, including furniture and household items. Police also reportedly discovered two unused syringes in a vehicle and unidentified pills inside a waist bag. Officials have not linked those items to a cause of death, and an autopsy and toxicology examination are expected to provide more answers. Murphy built a large following through fitness videos, body transformation content and bodybuilding-related uploads. He had more than 2.3 million YouTube subscribers and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers. In later years, his content shifted toward spirituality, fasting and personal lifestyle discussions, a change that drew mixed reactions from followers. His videos often featured workout advice, physique transformations and public fitness challenges, helping him build a large online audience. Over the years, he became a familiar name in the fitness community, with many followers turning to his content for training motivation and bodybuilding tips. In the years leading up to his death, Murphy's online presence took a different direction. He began posting more frequently about spirituality, extended fasting and personal self-discovery. The shift surprised many longtime followers who had originally subscribed for fitness-related content. While the change sparked debate among fans, Murphy continued sharing his personal views and experiences across his social media platforms. Authorities have not yet released a final report on the circumstances surrounding his death.