Peggy Srithanya She opened up after receiving a court summons to divide assets with a former lover from a relationship that ended nearly two years ago. She revealed the reason behind her tears as she struggled to endure betrayal that triggered a panic attack, and released the single "Bear Face" as a statement on her love life, whether it's a debut of a song or a new romance with "Q," on the program "Kooe Saep Show" on One31 channel.
Was the court summons left at your doorstep?
"It was placed right on the dining table. After coming home from work, I saw the Garuda emblem on a thick stack of papers from the Minburi court. When I opened it, the documents were very detailed, listing various assets. At that moment, I was mentally shaken, feeling cold and pale, not knowing what to do. My whole body trembled—I was scared and wondered how things had come to this point. I worried whether I could handle this alone since I have no relatives. What would I do? What does this process involve? I had just recently recovered from emotional wounds, only fully healed in the last few months. I thought, 'Again?'
Are you currently feeling distrustful of people?
"I don’t trust people, and I lack confidence in others and myself—wondering if I’m good enough. My image is of a strong, capable woman who doesn’t seem pitiful at all. Originally, I was definitely not someone to be pitied. But looking back at my life, I feel deep pity for myself (crying). It’s already impressive that I’ve come this far. Truly impressive (crying). And now, again? I’m so tired, the struggles never end."
You returned to your old self just four months ago. Many people didn’t know what you went through. Before coming to the show, your hands were shaking. What does the court summons detail?
"It’s about dividing assets with many details. When I first called lawyer Kaew, she asked me to send photos. I hesitated because it was so much paperwork. After sending the thick stack, the lawyer said it was extremely detailed. Some items, like gold, I had already traded—buying and selling according to market conditions. I just took photos to document that I was involved during those market changes. The lawyer included everything. It’s actually revolving money, not kept as assets, just to make some profit for daily expenses."
They claim the assets they want divided were earned together during your time together?
"During the time we were together, I believe he already received his share. Whether or not that’s visible, I’m unsure. If they say he earned assets with me, then if I’m hosting a show, he should be interviewing guests with me, or standing long hours with me in the studio. But that’s not the case. His role was just to drive me to the studio and leave me to work all day. Often, he picked me up late after the studio closed, and sometimes I had to wait with security guards. I have witnesses from several shows."
Lawyer Kaew said the assets were not marital property but joint earnings, and payments have already been made. Can you elaborate on this as a company employee?
"Everyone earns money from their work. I’m one who doesn’t take advantage of others. I have a salary as a company employee. While we were together, I paid for water, electricity, food, rent, and life insurance. When we traveled, since I have no parents or family, I brought him along. I paid for all meals and trips. Every three years, I gave dividends. I think my company takes care of employees beyond what’s necessary."
You also gave money on birthdays and special occasions, separate from that?
"Correct. Also clothes, shoes, gadgets, toys—some items cost over a hundred thousand baht. GoPro cameras, drones—I bought them. When we dated, I even had him take jobs for me to build a legitimate career. I gave him a phone to receive work. That phone still uses the same number and has client contacts and a bank account in my name where deposits come in for him to use conveniently."
Did you initially meet him as an employee?
"I moved to Bangkok already working on the 'Tee Sip' show, with movies, Channel 5 shows, TV, and events. I decided to buy a condo because I’m from the provinces and used to get lost without GPS. I thought I wanted a driver."
But since I’m hardworking and dislike housework, I hired a maid. The condo’s maid was hard to reach, so I asked a friend to find one. One day, my friend found a number on a utility pole and gave it to me."
I contacted that maid to clean my room. She was the mother of the man now suing me. I met her first, and she became my maid. I was also looking for a driver. She said her son was unemployed but well-behaved. I asked if he could be a driver. He started as a temporary driver for events. When going to the studio, I knew the way, so he only drove for events."
I don’t look down on any profession. All work is honorable. I never felt she was lesser. We both struggled to improve our lives. After driving for a while, we grew close and absorbed each other’s habits, so we agreed to try dating. She seemed like a good person based on her background."
From your perspective, you thought you both came from humble beginnings and could support each other?
"And share money."
You didn’t say much about the divorce issues at first. Even when asked, you said you didn’t want to talk about the past. Why decide to speak now?
"When we’re with someone, we want to make them look their best in every moment, especially when they’re ours. We don’t want others to belittle our person, question their background, or origins. We try to present them honorably. Whatever positive things can be said, we say them."
"No matter how much. But now, I’ve been hurt repeatedly. I’m tired of protecting anyone. Right now, my encouragement is only to protect myself. That’s it (crying). I want to protect myself. At one point, I was also attacked on social media for not finishing the story. I want to end it, but with hacked iClouds, it never ends."
"I ended up with panic attacks (crying). I couldn’t handle it anymore. I thought I could, but then I realized I was sick. I didn’t know I couldn’t take it. I thought I was strong all along, but in the end, I was extremely fragile (laughs). Now, I won’t protect anyone. I’ll tell everything."
One person who is very concerned is P’Som, the show’s owner.
"I must deeply thank P’Som. Since I entered the industry, she has constantly called me, wanting me to work with her. After working, she took care of me. She knows many secrets, understands how my ex-manager worked, and how I work. When we broke up, I always consulted P’Som since I’m alone."
I asked P’Som what to do, if I should handle this. She asked if I wanted to tell everything. At that time, I said no, I wanted him to move on smoothly and have a good life. I didn’t want to see him fall. I decided not to speak. P’Som advised me on the best ways to handle it, to heal properly, and regularly asked if I was okay."
Until P’Som took me to see a psychiatrist.
"Just recently, she realized I couldn’t take it. She called me because I was worried and hadn’t slept for many days. She recommended an excellent psychiatrist who does video calls, so I didn’t have to go anywhere. At first, I was hesitant, but I’ve done two one-hour sessions. I feel better, lighter, less anxious, and can sleep. Sometimes I wake up at night and can’t fall back asleep, even after taking 5 milligrams of sleeping pills. I still startle awake. Last night, I didn’t sleep well."
You saw a psychiatrist after receiving the court summons?
"This time, I took it seriously. At first, I thought I could handle it, but the panic attacks worsened. I realized it was serious before it could affect my work more."
Before that, you had panic and what other severe issues in your life?
"I originally had claustrophobia from once being trapped in a bathroom while performing in the provinces, but it never flared up. Sometimes in elevators, but I avoided them. Later, even tightly tying my hair made me feel suffocated, so I had to untie it immediately. I once was live streaming with tight hair, panicked, couldn’t breathe, and had urinary incontinence during the live. I couldn’t control myself, had to rush to the bathroom, undress without anything, clench my fists standing there, then redo my makeup and hair to go back to work."
What have you learned from this relationship?
"I still believe love is beautiful. When things were good, we were very happy. But I don’t know what changed—whether time changed people or revealed their true selves. I regret the relationship and feel sorry for him. I wish he were here, not someone else. But this is how it is now (crying)."
You can’t forgive anyone for infidelity?
"I gave my all to make the family great, working tirelessly so it could thrive. I’m not a perfect person; I have flaws. But when I see an opportunity for goodness, I give my best. I just feel sorry for him now. We can’t turn back time."
Do you want to tell him to stop?
"I’m tired. Enough. I don’t just feel sorry for myself, but also for him and his new family. It’s all messy. Try working and being the head of a family. You’ll understand how hard it is to care for a family’s well-being. It’s exhausting but rewarding when the family appreciates your effort. Please try."
I really support you. I hope you rise for your family. Whoever has a family, take care of it honorably and respectfully as a father. Thank you all for your kindness and support for so long. Thank you truly. His friends are famous too. They don’t have to be friends with me, but they respect me and show kindness."
Stop saying things like that?
"I’m not belittling myself or looking down on anyone. I’m proud to have friends who are more successful. They’re good people, and I’m proud (crying)."
Have you told them to stop saying they’re honored to be your friends? Friends will be friends through rich or poor, loving you even when nothing remains. What you’ve shared is only about 10 percent of the story. Support is important.
How does Q encourage you?
"More like a nurse caring for a patient."
Are you lucky to have him? How does his care bring you some smiles in your daily life, since you’ve had hardly any recently?
"Without him, I might have fallen. No one knows the future. I’m grateful he came to help with everything—mental health and work are separate now. We learned from last time not to interfere. His money is his, mine is mine. It’s important to be with someone who has their own career and income. He uses his money but helps take care of my nutrition, telling me what to eat or avoid. He even studied nutrition more, encouraging me to work out and look good, taking care of my mental health."
Until P’Noi Bussakorn encouraged you to make your relationship public?
"Yes. P’Noi said, ‘Go ahead, it’s okay.’ I told her I just ended a relationship with someone younger, and this one is even younger by seven years, as old as P’Noi herself. I feared people would say I never learn from history. P’Noi said, ‘Peggy, life must go on. No one stands still. Love is beautiful. If you don’t open the door, when will you have a chance? Just go for it.’"
Q sent a voice clip encouraging you. Facing many hardships alone, he wants to hold your hand and support you, so you don’t feel you’re fighting alone. He’ll be by your side to encourage you. 'We will get through this together. Love you.'
"I love it. This is the best of him. Thank you for sending the clip. He worries he might not take care of me well enough or live up to the respect I deserve. That’s something he’s always concerned about."
Besides the voice clip, he posted a clip supporting you with the caption, 'Hug, there, it’s okay, love you, kiss.' How does that make you feel?
"It’s sweet, thank you. Sometimes he plays music late at night after I’ve fallen asleep. He calls me ‘ma’am,’ asks me to sit by him, brings his guitar, and plays music for therapy, hoping it helps. He’s purely a musician. Don’t let him sing—he’s off-key, but he plays well."
A show hired him with a 200,000-baht sponsorship to appear with me, but he refused. He said he prefers his quiet corner. He’s willing to help sell items on social platforms but feels shy and unable to handle TV appearances. He doesn’t want his mother to worry about being the center of attention.
He doesn’t want his relationship to be criticized on social media about suitability. He says such matters are for him and his family to decide, not social media. His mother is a high-ranking civil servant nearing retirement. He wants his mother to be as comfortable as possible. His mother is very kind. I’ve met her often."
How do you view this relationship? Any concerns?
"This time, I won’t overly praise anyone to avoid getting hurt again. We are just dating normally, no over-glorification like before. Every mistake in my life has taught me a lesson so I don’t repeat it. I like to fix things."
"This time, I separate love and work clearly to avoid financial pressure. He works and spends his money, feeding me, and I work and spend mine. If I want to treat him, I do."
What’s the story behind 'Bear Face'?
"I want to say it was a hellish timing."
Netizens gossip that you purposely used the court summons to create buzz for the 'Bear Face' press conference?
"If I were so close to the court summons, I wouldn’t have been sitting here so sad earlier. The timing was hellish. We planned to release the song on the 30th, but the summons came on the 29th. It was terrible timing. When it happened, I consulted a lawyer and posted looking for one."
Originally, I was looking for someone to compose a song because my event work had slowed down and I wanted to boost it. At first, we tried a song called 'Curry' proposed by P’Deb, but it didn’t fit our clients. Then a new songwriter brought this song. I thought it was fun and sent it to P’Deb. The next day, we quickly recorded it and planned to launch the MV on the 30th. The summons came on the 29th. At first, I didn’t want to dedicate it to anyone, but finally, I dedicated it to all 'Bear Face' people. Please support it and dance along on Peggy Channel. Someone whispered that typing 'Bear Face' doesn’t show it, so we’re fixing that."
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