Colby Brock has spent years dodging ghosts in the dark. He’s the guy screaming in abandoned hospitals, the one obsessed with shadow figures and the paranormal. But lately, the internet hasn't been talking about his EMF meters. They’re talking about Malia Gee.
Who is she? Why does the Sam and Colby fandom seem so divided about her? Honestly, if you scroll through TikTok or Reddit for more than five minutes, you’ll see some pretty wild theories. Some people think she’s the best thing that’s ever happened to him. Others? Not so much.
The truth is somewhere in the middle.
The Mystery of Malia Gee
Malia isn't just "Colby’s girlfriend." She’s an influencer and model in her own right, often seen in the high-fashion, high-glamour circles of Los Angeles. She has this very specific aesthetic: polished, edgy, and undeniably "LA."
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Contrast that with Colby. He’s a Kansas-born creator who made his name by being a bit of a dork with his best friend Sam Golbach. They started on Vine. They did pranks. Now, they own a haunted school (the Farrar Elementary school in Iowa, which they actually bought in 2024).
It’s a bit of a "worlds collide" situation.
How they actually met
The timeline is a bit fuzzy because they kept things quiet for a while. That's smart. When you have millions of fans who feel like they know your every move, keeping a relationship private is basically the only way to make it last.
Fans started connecting the dots when Malia began appearing in the background of photos or when the same locations popped up on their Instagram stories.
By late 2024 and heading into 2026, it became clear: Colby Brock and Malia Gee are a thing. They’ve been spotted at red carpets and events together, including movie premieres for the Sam and Colby films like The Legends of The Paranormal.
Why the Fans are Freaking Out
Let’s be real. The Sam and Colby community is protective.
When Sam Golbach and Katrina Stuart broke up after years together, it felt like a collective heartbreak for the "XPLR" family. So, when Colby finally went public with Malia, the scrutiny was intense.
- The "Vibe" Check: Some fans feel Malia’s high-fashion, sometimes provocative image doesn't match Colby’s "adventure-seeking ghost hunter" persona.
- The "Friend Group" Drama: Malia is close with Sam’s current partner, Kate. You’ll often see the four of them hanging out. This has created a new era for the group—they’re not just the "trap house" boys anymore. They’re adults with serious partners.
- The Social Media Noise: Rumors have flown about Malia’s past or her personality, with some Reddit threads calling her "guarded" or "high maintenance."
But here’s the thing: we only see 1% of their lives.
Colby has been through a lot. Remember February 2023? He was diagnosed with testicular cancer. That kind of thing changes you. It makes you look at life differently. If Malia was the person by his side during the recovery and the subsequent return to filming high-stress paranormal content, that says a lot more than an Instagram caption ever could.
Addressing the Rumors
There's been a lot of talk about whether Malia has changed Colby. People point to his new style—the facial hair, the more "mature" fashion choices—and blame her.
That’s kinda silly.
Colby is nearly 30. He’s not the 19-year-old kid from Vine anymore. People grow up. They change their hair. They start wearing different clothes. It’s a natural evolution, not necessarily a "girlfriend influence" situation.
Is it serious?
As of 2026, they seem to be going strong. While they don't post each other constantly (which, again, is probably the healthiest way to handle a public relationship), they are a fixed part of each other's lives.
Malia has been supportive of the massive leaps Sam and Colby have taken recently, including the restoration of the Farrar school. Moving from "YouTube ghost hunters" to "property owners and film producers" is a huge stressor. Having a stable partner in that chaos is huge.
What This Means for the Future of XPLR
The dynamic has shifted.
For years, it was just Sam and Colby. Then it was the Trap House. Now, it’s a more professional, adult-oriented brand. The presence of partners like Malia Gee signifies that the "Solby" era (the shipping of Sam and Colby as a couple) is firmly in the past for the creators themselves.
They are building lives.
They are building empires.
Colby Brock and Malia Gee represent a new chapter. It’s one where the scares are still real, but the personal lives are more grounded.
Actionable Takeaways for Fans
If you're following this journey, here is how to navigate the "new" era of Colby's content:
- Separate the Art from the Artist: You can love the ghost-hunting videos without needing to love or hate who the creators are dating.
- Respect the Privacy: If they don't post together, it’s not always a "breakup." It’s usually just a choice to keep some things for themselves.
- Watch the Growth: Notice how Colby’s storytelling has evolved. He’s more reflective now. Whether that’s the cancer battle, his relationship, or just age, it’s making for better content.
- Ignore the Gossip: Reddit and Twitter (X) are fun for theories, but remember that these are real people. Most "tea" is just speculation.
Colby has always said he wants to "Always Keep Exploring." It looks like he’s doing exactly that—not just in haunted houses, but in his personal life, too. Malia seems to be a significant part of that exploration.
The best thing we can do as viewers? Watch the videos, enjoy the scares, and let them live their lives.
Check out Colby's latest updates on the XPLR app or his official Instagram for the most direct info, as that’s where he tends to drop the most "real" crumbs about what’s actually happening behind the scenes.