Below Deck Mediterranean Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Below Deck Mediterranean
Captain Sandy Yawn of 'Below Deck Mediterranean' (Photo by: Laurent Basset/Bravo via Getty Images)
Below Deck Mediterranean
Below Deck Mediterranean is a Bravo reality TV series that follows crew members who live and work aboard a yacht as they sail off to new locations. Each episode features a new set of passengers on the 150-foot yacht as they travel through the Mediterranean, showing every group of guests poses different challenges for the crew members.
TV Genre: Reality-TV Premiere Date: May 3, 2016 Where to Watch: Peacock, BravoTV Current Cast: Captain Sandy Yawn, Mathew Shea, Katie Flood, and Courtney Veale Spinoffs: Below Deck, Below Deck Sailing Yacht, Below Deck Adventure, and Below Deck Down Under

Visit the Below Deck Mediterranean page on BravoTV.

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5 months ago
‘Below Deck Med’: Chef Jack Says Interior Drama ‘Gets Worse’ [Exclusive]
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3 years ago
‘Below Deck Mediterranean’: How Much Do Charter Guests Pay on the Show Versus Real Life?
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6 months ago
Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]
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3 years ago
‘Below Deck Med’ Crew and Guests Dish About 5 Strict Rules They Have to Follow on the Show
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11 months ago
Below Deck Med’s Hannah Ferrier Recounts Her ‘WWHL’ Most ‘Cringeworthy’ Moment

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‘Below Deck’ Guests Charged in Prescription Drug Scheme: Who Are Dr. Francis Martinis and Jessica Martinis?

A doctor and his wife who appeared on 'Below Deck Mediterranean' and 'Below Deck Sailing Yacht' have pleaded not guilty in a fraudulent prescription drug scheme on Long Island.

by Megan Elliott

Published on December 15, 2023

3 min read

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‘Winter House’: Danielle Olivera Knew Tom Schwartz Needed a ‘Hug’ Post-Scandoval

Tom Schwartz may have come into the 'Winter House' with anxiety, but meeting Katie Flood from 'Below Deck Med' helped calm him quite a bit.

by Gina Ragusa

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Kate Chastain Admits Her SiriusXM Radio Show ‘Was So Bad’: Teases New Bravo Show

Kate Chastain from 'Below Deck' teased a new Bravo show.

by Gina Ragusa

‘RHONY’ Star Luann de Lesseps Is Ready to ‘Connect’ With Captain Jason of ‘Below Deck’ at BravoCon

Luann de Lesseps of 'Real Housewives of New York' discussed potentially meeting 'Below Deck' star Captain Jason Chambers at 2024's BravoCon.

by Gina Ragusa

Published on October 23, 2023

2 min read

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Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]

'Below Deck Med' stew Natalya Scudder says that bosun Luka Brunton is a yachting's biggest playboy.

by Gina Ragusa

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Captain Jason Reveals Infamous ‘Below Deck Down Under’ Mirrorball Disco Helmet Origin [Exclusive]

Captain Jason Chambers originated the now-infamous 'Below Deck Down Under' mirrorball helmet. Where did he get the idea?

by Gina Ragusa

‘Below Deck’ Guests Charged in Prescription Drug Scheme: Who Are Dr. Francis Martinis and Jessica Martinis?

A doctor and his wife who appeared on 'Below Deck Mediterranean' and 'Below Deck Sailing Yacht' have pleaded not guilty in a fraudulent prescription drug scheme on Long Island.

by Megan Elliott

Published on December 15, 2023

3 min read

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‘Below Deck’ Yachties Who Will (Most Likely) Never Return to the Series

'Below Deck' often has returning crew members, but which yachties won't ever return to the show and why?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck’ Crossover Cast: How Many Yachties Have Jumped Series?

The 'Below Deck' franchise appreciates a good crossover. Which crew members have jumped series?

by Gina Ragusa

Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]

'Below Deck Med' stew Natalya Scudder says that bosun Luka Brunton is a yachting's biggest playboy.

by Gina Ragusa

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Why ‘Below Deck’ Is the Trainwreck We Can’t Stop Watching: The Crew Reveals Allure

What is the secret sauce behind why fans can't stop watching 'Below Deck'? Showbiz Cheat Sheet talked to 2 crew members who explained exactly why.

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Med’: Natalya Scudder Dishes Captain Sandy’s ‘Must Have’ Breakfast Food

Don't make Captain Sandy Yawn from 'Below Deck Med' waiting for her freshly squeezed orange juice in the morning.

by Gina Ragusa

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Tumi Mhlongo Made a ‘Big Move Up’ to ‘Below Deck Med’ Chief Stew, Captain Jason Explains [Exclusive]

Captain Jason Chambers from 'Below Deck Down Under' said Tumi Mhlongo will be in the 'hot seat' on 'Below Deck Med.'

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Med’ Bosun Ruan Irving ‘100%’ Should Have Had Original Paperwork, Natalya Scudder Says [Exclusive]

Do yachties usually have their original certifications on them when they join a new boat? 'Below Deck Med' temporary chief stew Natalya Scudder said absolutely.

by Gina Ragusa

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Kyle Viljoen and Natalya Scudder Battle on ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 8? Maybe … [Exclusive]

Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen return to 'Below Deck Med' for season 8, but do they reunite as friends and foes?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Med’: Natalya Scudder Explosive Clash With Tumi Mhlongo: ‘More Drama Than With Tash’ [Exclusive]

Temporary chief stew Natalya Scudder was excited work with Tumi Mhlongo once she got on board – but that all changed once she arrived.

by Gina Ragusa

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Captain Sandy From ‘Below Deck Med’ Delivers on Magical Proposal Promise: Sandy and Leah Are Engaged!

It's official! Captain Sandy and girlfriend Leah are getting married!

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck’ Yachties Who Will (Most Likely) Never Return to the Series

'Below Deck' often has returning crew members, but which yachties won't ever return to the show and why?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck’ Crossover Cast: How Many Yachties Have Jumped Series?

The 'Below Deck' franchise appreciates a good crossover. Which crew members have jumped series?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Med’ Chief Stew Tumi Mhlongo Promises ‘Wild’ Season 8

Buckle up 'Below Deck Med' viewers, because chief stew Tumi Mhlongo promises that this season will be off the rails.

by Gina Ragusa

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Why Did João Franco Refer to Himself as ‘Jezabob’ on ‘Below Deck Down Under’?

Second officer João Franco returns to 'Below Deck Down Under' but will his alter-ego, Jezabob make another appearance?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Down Under’ Bosun: Who Is João Franco?

João Franco returns to the 'Below Deck' franchise as bosun on 'Below Deck Down Under'

by Gina Ragusa

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Below Deck’s Aesha Scott Blocked João Franco After ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 4 ‘Russian Prostitute’ Comment

Why isn't Aesha Scott thrilled to see João Franco on 'Below Deck Down Under'?

by Gina Ragusa

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‘Below Deck Down Under’ Producers Prevented an Assault – but This Isn’t the Only Time They’ve Stepped In

'Below Deck' EP Nadine Rajabi, who captains 'Below Deck Med' and 'Below Deck Down Under' won't tolerate violence on her show.

by Gina Ragusa

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Captain Sandy’s Girlfriend Leah Shafer Says ‘Trust’ Keeps Their Relationship Alive

Captain Sandy's girlfriend Leah Shafer is often asked how she handles Sandy being away when she films 'Below Deck Med'

by Gina Ragusa

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Natasha Webb Was ‘Sad’ to Have Missed the ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 7 Reunion

Former 'Below Deck Med' chief stew Natasha Webb said she truly was picking up charter on reunion day and was sad to miss it.

by Gina Ragusa

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Captain Sandy Says Chef Dave White Is ‘the Best Chef’ on ‘Below Deck Med’ [Exclusive]

Of the eight chefs she's worked with on 'Below Deck Med,' Captain Sandy Yawn said Chef Dave White is the best.

by Gina Ragusa

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Captain Sandy From ‘Below Deck Med’ Insists It’s ‘Easier’ to Dock a Superyacht in Tight Conditions [Exclusive]

Docking a superyacht in a crowded marina looks tough, but Captain Sandy Yawn from 'Below Deck Med' said that's when it is the easiest.

by Gina Ragusa

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Hannah Ferrier Reveals She Almost Quit ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 2: ‘I Had My Bags Packed’

Hannah Ferrier wanted to quit 'Below Deck Med' Season 2 and packed her bags. But production talked her out of leaving.

by Gina Ragusa

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Visit the Below Deck Mediterranean page on BravoTV.

Read the latest articles about Below Deck Mediterranean

‘Below Deck Med’: Chef Jack Says Interior Drama ‘Gets Worse’ [Exclusive]

‘Below Deck Mediterranean’: How Much Do Charter Guests Pay on the Show Versus Real Life?

Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]

‘Below Deck Med’ Crew and Guests Dish About 5 Strict Rules They Have to Follow on the Show

Below Deck Med’s Hannah Ferrier Recounts Her ‘WWHL’ Most ‘Cringeworthy’ Moment

‘Below Deck’ Guests Charged in Prescription Drug Scheme: Who Are Dr. Francis Martinis and Jessica Martinis?

‘Winter House’: Danielle Olivera Knew Tom Schwartz Needed a ‘Hug’ Post-Scandoval

Kate Chastain Admits Her SiriusXM Radio Show ‘Was So Bad’: Teases New Bravo Show

‘RHONY’ Star Luann de Lesseps Is Ready to ‘Connect’ With Captain Jason of ‘Below Deck’ at BravoCon

Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]

Captain Jason Reveals Infamous ‘Below Deck Down Under’ Mirrorball Disco Helmet Origin [Exclusive]

‘Below Deck’ Guests Charged in Prescription Drug Scheme: Who Are Dr. Francis Martinis and Jessica Martinis?

‘Below Deck’ Yachties Who Will (Most Likely) Never Return to the Series

‘Below Deck’ Crossover Cast: How Many Yachties Have Jumped Series?

Below Deck Med’s Natalya Scudder Reveals Luka Brunton Is ‘the Biggest Playboy I’ve Ever Met in the Yachting Industry’ [Exclusive]

Why ‘Below Deck’ Is the Trainwreck We Can’t Stop Watching: The Crew Reveals Allure

‘Below Deck Med’: Natalya Scudder Dishes Captain Sandy’s ‘Must Have’ Breakfast Food

Tumi Mhlongo Made a ‘Big Move Up’ to ‘Below Deck Med’ Chief Stew, Captain Jason Explains [Exclusive]

‘Below Deck Med’ Bosun Ruan Irving ‘100%’ Should Have Had Original Paperwork, Natalya Scudder Says [Exclusive]

Kyle Viljoen and Natalya Scudder Battle on ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 8? Maybe … [Exclusive]

‘Below Deck Med’: Natalya Scudder Explosive Clash With Tumi Mhlongo: ‘More Drama Than With Tash’ [Exclusive]

Captain Sandy From ‘Below Deck Med’ Delivers on Magical Proposal Promise: Sandy and Leah Are Engaged!

‘Below Deck’ Yachties Who Will (Most Likely) Never Return to the Series

‘Below Deck’ Crossover Cast: How Many Yachties Have Jumped Series?

‘Below Deck Med’ Chief Stew Tumi Mhlongo Promises ‘Wild’ Season 8

Why Did João Franco Refer to Himself as ‘Jezabob’ on ‘Below Deck Down Under’?

‘Below Deck Down Under’ Bosun: Who Is João Franco?

Below Deck’s Aesha Scott Blocked João Franco After ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 4 ‘Russian Prostitute’ Comment

‘Below Deck Down Under’ Producers Prevented an Assault – but This Isn’t the Only Time They’ve Stepped In

Captain Sandy’s Girlfriend Leah Shafer Says ‘Trust’ Keeps Their Relationship Alive

Natasha Webb Was ‘Sad’ to Have Missed the ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 7 Reunion

Captain Sandy Says Chef Dave White Is ‘the Best Chef’ on ‘Below Deck Med’ [Exclusive]

Captain Sandy From ‘Below Deck Med’ Insists It’s ‘Easier’ to Dock a Superyacht in Tight Conditions [Exclusive]

Hannah Ferrier Reveals She Almost Quit ‘Below Deck Med’ Season 2: ‘I Had My Bags Packed’