Below Deck star Xandi Olivier has the rumor mill buzzing after she was suddenly replaced on Watch What Happens Live.
The switch comes after speculation that Xandi might not make it to the end of Below Deck Season 11.
As Monsters and Critics previously reported, one crew member gets fired on the next episode, and a synopsis for the following episode has Below Deck fans thinking Xandi goes too.
There has been no indication that Xandi wants to leave or would have any reason to get fired, especially since Fraser Olender loves her.
However, this week, Andy Cohen revealed that Xandi would be up on an upcoming episode of Wwhl.
Then suddenly, questions for Xandi were no longer needed.
Below Deck star Xandi Olivier replaced on Watch What Happens Live amid exit rumors
On Wednesday, Andy used X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook to ask for questions to give Xandi and actress Jennifer Tilly.
The switch comes after speculation that Xandi might not make it to the end of Below Deck Season 11.
As Monsters and Critics previously reported, one crew member gets fired on the next episode, and a synopsis for the following episode has Below Deck fans thinking Xandi goes too.
There has been no indication that Xandi wants to leave or would have any reason to get fired, especially since Fraser Olender loves her.
However, this week, Andy Cohen revealed that Xandi would be up on an upcoming episode of Wwhl.
Then suddenly, questions for Xandi were no longer needed.
Below Deck star Xandi Olivier replaced on Watch What Happens Live amid exit rumors
On Wednesday, Andy used X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook to ask for questions to give Xandi and actress Jennifer Tilly.
- 4/20/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Med alum Natalya Scudder caught the eye of a 90 Day Fiance star this week.
Natalya is no stranger to being the subject of male attention, especially during her two seasons on the hit-yachting show.
Now that she has left yachting behind to focus on a career as a model in various capacities, Natalya often gets tongues wagging.
That was the case the other day when Natalya shared a jaw-dropping picture to social media.
The post promoting her side hustle gained the attention of someone about whom 90 Day Fiancé fans have many opinions.
It shouldn’t surprise 90 Day Fiance fans that Big Ed Brown showed up in Natalya’s comments section.
90 Day Fiance star Big Ed Brown gets flirty with Below Deck Med alum Natalya Scudder
Natalya was on fire in the photo with her back on a yacht but not in her stew uniform. The brunette beauty rocked...
Natalya is no stranger to being the subject of male attention, especially during her two seasons on the hit-yachting show.
Now that she has left yachting behind to focus on a career as a model in various capacities, Natalya often gets tongues wagging.
That was the case the other day when Natalya shared a jaw-dropping picture to social media.
The post promoting her side hustle gained the attention of someone about whom 90 Day Fiancé fans have many opinions.
It shouldn’t surprise 90 Day Fiance fans that Big Ed Brown showed up in Natalya’s comments section.
90 Day Fiance star Big Ed Brown gets flirty with Below Deck Med alum Natalya Scudder
Natalya was on fire in the photo with her back on a yacht but not in her stew uniform. The brunette beauty rocked...
- 4/14/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Down Under star Aesha Scott has revealed she and her man Scotty Dobbo have made a major life change.
Aesha has been living her best life ever since she met Scotty following her stint on Below Deck Med Season 5.
The couple has spent years living in Colorado and traveling the world in a van.
Yes, the world, and yes, a van, as they are both very outdoorsy people.
However, Aesha and Scotty have decided to put down roots in a place they both call home.
This week, Aesha dropped some exciting news for Below Deck Down Under fans in a life update that has her and us smiling.
Below Deck Down Under star Aesha Scott reveals major life change
Taking to Instagram, Aesha announced that she and her man are officially homeowners in New Zealand.
“Gaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh Guess Whaaaaaat!!!!! Sold!!!!! To US!!!!!!!! We Have Finally Gone Unconditional On A House...
Aesha has been living her best life ever since she met Scotty following her stint on Below Deck Med Season 5.
The couple has spent years living in Colorado and traveling the world in a van.
Yes, the world, and yes, a van, as they are both very outdoorsy people.
However, Aesha and Scotty have decided to put down roots in a place they both call home.
This week, Aesha dropped some exciting news for Below Deck Down Under fans in a life update that has her and us smiling.
Below Deck Down Under star Aesha Scott reveals major life change
Taking to Instagram, Aesha announced that she and her man are officially homeowners in New Zealand.
“Gaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh Guess Whaaaaaat!!!!! Sold!!!!! To US!!!!!!!! We Have Finally Gone Unconditional On A House...
- 3/8/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck fans are weighing in on Season 11 of the Og show after a very hard-to-watch Season 8 of Below Deck Med.
There’s no question that Below Deck fans were ready for Captain Sandy Yawn to hit the road with her Season 8 Mustique crew.
However, having Below Deck without Captain Lee Rosbach was also cause for concern.
We are only one episode into the new season, and Below Deck fans already have much to say.
Redditt was buzzing with so many fans who are just grateful not to watch Kyle Viljoen or Tumi Mhlongo on their screens anymore.
“I don’t remember anything about this episode except how happy I was not to watch Kyle and Tumi anymore” read one remark.
Another commented on not having Kyle on the season, and a different one said, “Goodbye Kyle,” referencing an infamous The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills line from Lisa Vanderpump’s husband,...
There’s no question that Below Deck fans were ready for Captain Sandy Yawn to hit the road with her Season 8 Mustique crew.
However, having Below Deck without Captain Lee Rosbach was also cause for concern.
We are only one episode into the new season, and Below Deck fans already have much to say.
Redditt was buzzing with so many fans who are just grateful not to watch Kyle Viljoen or Tumi Mhlongo on their screens anymore.
“I don’t remember anything about this episode except how happy I was not to watch Kyle and Tumi anymore” read one remark.
Another commented on not having Kyle on the season, and a different one said, “Goodbye Kyle,” referencing an infamous The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills line from Lisa Vanderpump’s husband,...
- 2/7/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Med Season 8 has wrapped up, but fans are left with questions about the cast since a reunion isn’t happening.
There’s no question that Season 8 of Below Deck Med was a roller coaster of a ride filled with some questionable yachties.
The drama between the crew reached a level of toxicity, making the season hard to watch (at times).
Now that Below Deck Med Season 8 has officially ended, it’s time to look at where some cast members stand today with each other.
After all, crew relationships and friendships were not only tested, but some have completely fallen apart since filming wrapped.
Some cast relationship updates may surprise Below Deck Med fans, while others will be as expected, given things that went down on the show.
Where does the Below Deck Med Season 8 cast stand today with each other?
Captain Sandy Yawn remains on good terms with everyone.
There’s no question that Season 8 of Below Deck Med was a roller coaster of a ride filled with some questionable yachties.
The drama between the crew reached a level of toxicity, making the season hard to watch (at times).
Now that Below Deck Med Season 8 has officially ended, it’s time to look at where some cast members stand today with each other.
After all, crew relationships and friendships were not only tested, but some have completely fallen apart since filming wrapped.
Some cast relationship updates may surprise Below Deck Med fans, while others will be as expected, given things that went down on the show.
Where does the Below Deck Med Season 8 cast stand today with each other?
Captain Sandy Yawn remains on good terms with everyone.
- 1/29/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Med stars are wrapping up Season 8 with a little reflection and some fun behind-the-scenes moments.
After a very tough season, the finale of Below Deck Med aired this week, much to the happiness of some fans.
Since then, several cast members have given some insight into what the experience was like for them.
Tumi Mhlongo shared her thoughts as she defended her friendship with Below Deck Down Under alum Chef Ryan McKeown.
The chief stew focused on ending the season with an appearance on Watch What Happens Live.
While Tumi didn’t give much insight or thought on the season aside from the Wwhl stint, others have much to say about their experience on the hit yachting show.
Captain Sandy Yawn and more Below Deck Med stars reflect on Season 8
Taking to Instagram, Captain Sandy Yawn shared several photos from Below Deck Med Season 8, proving the group had some good times.
After a very tough season, the finale of Below Deck Med aired this week, much to the happiness of some fans.
Since then, several cast members have given some insight into what the experience was like for them.
Tumi Mhlongo shared her thoughts as she defended her friendship with Below Deck Down Under alum Chef Ryan McKeown.
The chief stew focused on ending the season with an appearance on Watch What Happens Live.
While Tumi didn’t give much insight or thought on the season aside from the Wwhl stint, others have much to say about their experience on the hit yachting show.
Captain Sandy Yawn and more Below Deck Med stars reflect on Season 8
Taking to Instagram, Captain Sandy Yawn shared several photos from Below Deck Med Season 8, proving the group had some good times.
- 1/26/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Med star Tumi Mhlongo has defended her friendship with former Below Deck Down Under alum Chef Ryan McKeown.
Tumi and Ryan appeared together on Season 1 of the Below Deck spin-off.
While she killed it as second stew under Aesha Scott, Ryan got fired by Captain Jason Chambers for his attitude and lackluster cooking.
Ryan quickly became one of the biggest villains in the Below Deck franchise history.
This week, on Watch What Happens Live, Tumi played a game where she had to choose between Chef Ryan’s and Chef Jack Luby’s food, which led to her friendship revelation.
“I am actually friends with Ryan. So I am going to support my friend,” Tumi replied.
The comment has social media buzzing, and Tumi has come out swinging to stand up for her friendship.
Tumi Mhlongo defends friendship with Below Deck Down Under alum chef Ryan McKeown
Not long after her Wwhl episode aired,...
Tumi and Ryan appeared together on Season 1 of the Below Deck spin-off.
While she killed it as second stew under Aesha Scott, Ryan got fired by Captain Jason Chambers for his attitude and lackluster cooking.
Ryan quickly became one of the biggest villains in the Below Deck franchise history.
This week, on Watch What Happens Live, Tumi played a game where she had to choose between Chef Ryan’s and Chef Jack Luby’s food, which led to her friendship revelation.
“I am actually friends with Ryan. So I am going to support my friend,” Tumi replied.
The comment has social media buzzing, and Tumi has come out swinging to stand up for her friendship.
Tumi Mhlongo defends friendship with Below Deck Down Under alum chef Ryan McKeown
Not long after her Wwhl episode aired,...
- 1/25/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Below Deck Med star Captain Sandy Yawn got real about Kyle Viljoen and Hannah Ferrier as Season 8 of the hit show ended.
Captain Sandy stopped by Watch What Happens Live last night to talk all things Below Deck Med with Tumi Mhlongo.
In true Andy Cohen fashion, he didn’t hold back from getting the captain to dish some dirt on her current and former co-workers.
Two people who have caused problems for Captain Sandy over the years are Hannah and Kyle.
While Captain Sandy fired Hannah during Season 5, she gave pot stirrer Kyle a second chance during Season 8. Something Below Deck Med fans disagreed with after his pot-stirring ways caused so many problems between Natalya Scudder and Tumi.
Captain Sandy had thoughts on Hannah and Kyle; her words might surprise some people.
Below Deck Med Captain Sandy Yawn admits Kyle Viljoen’s drama
In a game of You’re Toast,...
Captain Sandy stopped by Watch What Happens Live last night to talk all things Below Deck Med with Tumi Mhlongo.
In true Andy Cohen fashion, he didn’t hold back from getting the captain to dish some dirt on her current and former co-workers.
Two people who have caused problems for Captain Sandy over the years are Hannah and Kyle.
While Captain Sandy fired Hannah during Season 5, she gave pot stirrer Kyle a second chance during Season 8. Something Below Deck Med fans disagreed with after his pot-stirring ways caused so many problems between Natalya Scudder and Tumi.
Captain Sandy had thoughts on Hannah and Kyle; her words might surprise some people.
Below Deck Med Captain Sandy Yawn admits Kyle Viljoen’s drama
In a game of You’re Toast,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Looks like it won’t be smooth sailing for the remainder of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8.
Kyle Viljoen had already stirred up drama between fellow cast members Tumi Mhlongo and Natalya Scudder, but in the last two episodes the interior crew seemed to be getting along. This weekend at BravoCon, however, the Below Deck Med crew told TVLine that friendship-ruining drama is on the horizon.
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Kyle Viljoen had already stirred up drama between fellow cast members Tumi Mhlongo and Natalya Scudder, but in the last two episodes the interior crew seemed to be getting along. This weekend at BravoCon, however, the Below Deck Med crew told TVLine that friendship-ruining drama is on the horizon.
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- 11/5/2023
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
Chef Jack Luby revealed that the Below Deck Mediterranean drama between Natalia Scudder and Tumi Mhlongo only gets worse this season. And he said it gets to the point where it isn’t juicy, but instead painful to watch.
“It gets worse,” he teased with Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “It gets better too.”
“I couldn’t believe what was going on,” he said, referring to the drama between Scudder, Mhlongo, and likely Kyle Viljoen. “Like, I couldn’t believe how much fighting was happening, it was ridiculous. Fights happen on yachts, drama happens, but this was a whole other level. It was just so intense. A yacht fight, I’m not gonna lie, it’s enjoyable to watch. Like, give me a box of popcorn. But this wasn’t even enjoyable. This was just pure tension.”
The ‘vibe’ dropped when Tumi arrived on the boat, Chef Jack recalled
Luby recalled that...
“It gets worse,” he teased with Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “It gets better too.”
“I couldn’t believe what was going on,” he said, referring to the drama between Scudder, Mhlongo, and likely Kyle Viljoen. “Like, I couldn’t believe how much fighting was happening, it was ridiculous. Fights happen on yachts, drama happens, but this was a whole other level. It was just so intense. A yacht fight, I’m not gonna lie, it’s enjoyable to watch. Like, give me a box of popcorn. But this wasn’t even enjoyable. This was just pure tension.”
The ‘vibe’ dropped when Tumi arrived on the boat, Chef Jack recalled
Luby recalled that...
- 11/5/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Below Deck Mediterranean chief stew Tumi Mhlongo is seriously over some of the racist and aggressive comments she’s received on social media.
As the first Black chief stew, Mhlongo is a trailblazer for the series. But she shared being in the public eye on a predominately white show has had its drawbacks. She dragged trolls who attacked her online and recently said she has no regrets about putting them on blast.
“I think I’m also just tired of the narrative. I’ve just had it. You know, when you work so hard to be where you are and then that get discredited because of your race …it’s just offensive,” she said on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.
Cohen referred to the comments as being made by “a**holes.” Mhlongo said the remarks were truly “disgusting.”
“I just draw the line,” she added.
“Especially, by the way,...
As the first Black chief stew, Mhlongo is a trailblazer for the series. But she shared being in the public eye on a predominately white show has had its drawbacks. She dragged trolls who attacked her online and recently said she has no regrets about putting them on blast.
“I think I’m also just tired of the narrative. I’ve just had it. You know, when you work so hard to be where you are and then that get discredited because of your race …it’s just offensive,” she said on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.
Cohen referred to the comments as being made by “a**holes.” Mhlongo said the remarks were truly “disgusting.”
“I just draw the line,” she added.
“Especially, by the way,...
- 10/24/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The firey energy Below Deck Mediterranean chief stew Tumi Mhlongo brought to her team is a perfect example of why we can’t stop watching Below Deck.
The usually low-key crew member came in extremely hot, angering her team and a few fans. Personality clashes have always been the backbone of the show – but what is the real reason why fans can’t stop watching Below Deck?
The series exploded in recent years, with many new fans discovering Below Deck during the pandemic. Peppered with strong personalities on both the crew and guest side of the series, people watch Below Deck for a myriad of reasons.
Showbiz Cheat Sheet has been at the forefront of the show and asked a few crew members why the show has such an allure. This is what they told us.
Kate Chastain says ‘Below Deck’ reflects most real-life workplace dramas
Below Deck chief stew...
The usually low-key crew member came in extremely hot, angering her team and a few fans. Personality clashes have always been the backbone of the show – but what is the real reason why fans can’t stop watching Below Deck?
The series exploded in recent years, with many new fans discovering Below Deck during the pandemic. Peppered with strong personalities on both the crew and guest side of the series, people watch Below Deck for a myriad of reasons.
Showbiz Cheat Sheet has been at the forefront of the show and asked a few crew members why the show has such an allure. This is what they told us.
Kate Chastain says ‘Below Deck’ reflects most real-life workplace dramas
Below Deck chief stew...
- 10/3/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Captain Lee Rosbach has his Cheerios on Below Deck, but Captain Sandy Yawn has her own breakfast “must have” on Below Deck Mediterranean.
Below Deck Med Season 8 temporary chief stew Natalya Scudder, who worked for Yawn last season as a second stew, said the one thing the captain demands is freshly squeezed orange juice.
“As long as Captain Sandy has fresh orange juice in the morning she’s quite happy,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “Every single morning it’s fresh orange juice. If it’s not in the bridge before she wakes up, she’s not happy.”
Can the stews ‘cheat’ with Captain Sandy Yawn’s juice?
Yawn will know if the juice isn’t freshly squeezed. “She’ll notice if it isn’t fresh. So the grapefruit juice and then the orange juice have to be fresh every single morning and then so does a green juice and like two smoothies,...
Below Deck Med Season 8 temporary chief stew Natalya Scudder, who worked for Yawn last season as a second stew, said the one thing the captain demands is freshly squeezed orange juice.
“As long as Captain Sandy has fresh orange juice in the morning she’s quite happy,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “Every single morning it’s fresh orange juice. If it’s not in the bridge before she wakes up, she’s not happy.”
Can the stews ‘cheat’ with Captain Sandy Yawn’s juice?
Yawn will know if the juice isn’t freshly squeezed. “She’ll notice if it isn’t fresh. So the grapefruit juice and then the orange juice have to be fresh every single morning and then so does a green juice and like two smoothies,...
- 10/2/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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 is eager to see how Tumi Mhlongo embraces her new role of chief stew on Below Deck Mediterranean.
Mhlongo was a second stew on Below Deck Down Under Season 1 and quickly became chief stew Aesha Scott’s right-hand person. Despite being relatively new to yachting at the time, Mhlongo was a natural leader and created gorgeous tablescapes.
Tumi Mhlongo | Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty Images
Even though Mhlongo was a valued crew member, Chambers said transitioning from second to chief stew is not always an easy process.
“The season starts now, doesn’t it? I’ll have to catch up and see how she goes,” Chambers told Showbiz Cheat Sheet during an interview about Invisalign.
“I’m interested to see,” he added. “It’s a big move up to be a chief stewardess and have that responsibility. And especially on a TV show,...
Mhlongo was a second stew on Below Deck Down Under Season 1 and quickly became chief stew Aesha Scott’s right-hand person. Despite being relatively new to yachting at the time, Mhlongo was a natural leader and created gorgeous tablescapes.
Tumi Mhlongo | Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty Images
Even though Mhlongo was a valued crew member, Chambers said transitioning from second to chief stew is not always an easy process.
“The season starts now, doesn’t it? I’ll have to catch up and see how she goes,” Chambers told Showbiz Cheat Sheet during an interview about Invisalign.
“I’m interested to see,” he added. “It’s a big move up to be a chief stewardess and have that responsibility. And especially on a TV show,...
- 10/1/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Back to besties or sworn enemies? After Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7, stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Vilojoen’s brother-sister relationship cooled considerably and they left with hurt feelings and a little anger toward one another.
Viljoen and Scudder return for Below Deck Med Season 8, which could mean an explosive reunion or a return to the fun, harmonious friendship they began last season.
“I was actually very excited hearing Kyle was coming back and was happy to have a familiar face on board,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “I was dealing with some things in my personal life, so just having someone on board that I feel like I could confide in at the end of the day and kind of have a little bit of a laugh, I was actually very excited for him to come back and to be sharing a cabin. So positive, positive, I felt.”
Sharing a cabin this season?...
Viljoen and Scudder return for Below Deck Med Season 8, which could mean an explosive reunion or a return to the fun, harmonious friendship they began last season.
“I was actually very excited hearing Kyle was coming back and was happy to have a familiar face on board,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “I was dealing with some things in my personal life, so just having someone on board that I feel like I could confide in at the end of the day and kind of have a little bit of a laugh, I was actually very excited for him to come back and to be sharing a cabin. So positive, positive, I felt.”
Sharing a cabin this season?...
- 9/25/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tumi Mhlongo is jumping decks, which comes with a big promotion. The Below Deck Down Under alum is venturing from the crystal clear waters of Australia to the picturesque Italian Rivera for season 8 of Below Deck Mediterranean. The South African moves up to the first stew position aboard the 180-foot M/Y Mustique, headed up by Captain Sandy Yawn. They won’t be the only familiar faces. Also, returning are stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen. Luka Brunton crosses over as a deckhand, fresh off the Below Deck Down Under boat this past season. Rounding out the start of the season crew are franchise newcomers Bosun Ruan Irving, Deckhands Haleigh Gorman and Lara Du Preez, and Stew Jessika Asai. Here Mhlongo opens up about moving up the ranks and teases what’s to come. This is the first time you’re in a leadership role. What does this opportunity mean to you?...
- 9/22/2023
- TV Insider
BravoCon, the annual convention celebrating all things Bravo, has announced the full programming schedule for the event, which is being held in Las Vegas from November 3-5, 2023.
Highlights include a screening of the “The Real Housewives of Dubai” Season 2 premiere, a choreography session with “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne (who recently had her own residency in Las Vegas), and two “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast panels.
Attendees can see the schedule at BravoCon2023.com or download the official BravoCon 2023 app in Apple and Google Play stores.
“Watch What Happens Live!” host Andy Cohen will tape five special episodes of “BravoCon Live with Andy Cohen!” at The Paris Theater including The Bravos – a night of glitz and glamour honoring Bravo’s most iconic stars and unforgettable awards. A full list of categories and nominees are forthcoming, along with details on how fans can vote for their favorite Bravolebrities beginning Oct.
Highlights include a screening of the “The Real Housewives of Dubai” Season 2 premiere, a choreography session with “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne (who recently had her own residency in Las Vegas), and two “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast panels.
Attendees can see the schedule at BravoCon2023.com or download the official BravoCon 2023 app in Apple and Google Play stores.
“Watch What Happens Live!” host Andy Cohen will tape five special episodes of “BravoCon Live with Andy Cohen!” at The Paris Theater including The Bravos – a night of glitz and glamour honoring Bravo’s most iconic stars and unforgettable awards. A full list of categories and nominees are forthcoming, along with details on how fans can vote for their favorite Bravolebrities beginning Oct.
- 9/22/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Below Deck Mediterranean chief stew Tumi Mhlongo wasn’t exaggerating when she told fans to buckle up for the wildest ride yet. Mhlongo, who was the direct but amiable second stew on Below Deck Down Under Season 1, may have met her match in temporary chief stew Natalya Scudder.
Because Mhlongo was held up in immigration, Scudder temporarily stepped into the chief role. She was excited to meet Mhlongo because she enjoyed her on Below Deck Down Under.
“Her coming on board, I’m actually very excited. I saw a lot of her work from the Australian Down Under season. I saw her table decorations. I’m very positive about her coming. And I couldn’t wait to see what she does. I’m actually very excited for her to arrive,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet.
She was hopeful this season would be less drama coming from the chief stew. Last season,...
Because Mhlongo was held up in immigration, Scudder temporarily stepped into the chief role. She was excited to meet Mhlongo because she enjoyed her on Below Deck Down Under.
“Her coming on board, I’m actually very excited. I saw a lot of her work from the Australian Down Under season. I saw her table decorations. I’m very positive about her coming. And I couldn’t wait to see what she does. I’m actually very excited for her to arrive,” Scudder told Showbiz Cheat Sheet.
She was hopeful this season would be less drama coming from the chief stew. Last season,...
- 9/21/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Below Deck Down Under viewers were likely surprised when second officer João Franco from Below Deck Mediterranean joined the cast. But he’s not the first crew member to jump series and cast crossovers seem to be happening more and more within the franchise.
So which crew members started in one Below Deck series and jumped ship to another?
‘Below Deck’ crew member crossovers who launched a new series
The original Below Deck series was such a success that production company 51 Minds launched Below Deck Mediterranean. But rather than kick it off with an entirely new cast, they included original chef Ben Robinson to set sail alongside new chief stew Hannah Ferrier and Captain Mark Howard.
Robinson appeared on Below Deck Med once more as the relief chef on season 4. Chef Adam Glick took over on Below Deck Med for seasons 2 and 3. He then became the crossover cast member to launch Below Deck Sailing Yacht.
So which crew members started in one Below Deck series and jumped ship to another?
‘Below Deck’ crew member crossovers who launched a new series
The original Below Deck series was such a success that production company 51 Minds launched Below Deck Mediterranean. But rather than kick it off with an entirely new cast, they included original chef Ben Robinson to set sail alongside new chief stew Hannah Ferrier and Captain Mark Howard.
Robinson appeared on Below Deck Med once more as the relief chef on season 4. Chef Adam Glick took over on Below Deck Med for seasons 2 and 3. He then became the crossover cast member to launch Below Deck Sailing Yacht.
- 9/8/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Below Deck Mediterranean chief stew Tumi Mhlongo recently said the season 8 trailer reflected what viewers are in for in a few weeks.
Premiering on Monday, September 25, 2023, the Below Deck Med trailer teased big clashes between frenemies Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen and Mhlongo trying to keep the peace on board M/Y Mustique. Of course, Scudder and Vilojeon won’t be the only ones bringing drama and Mhlongo said to buckle up because viewers are in for a wild ride.
Tumi Mhlongo says ‘cheers’ to a new season of ‘Below Deck Med’
Mhlongo teased on Instagram that the season will be wild. She thanked fans and viewers who reached out to her, sharing that kindness goes a long way in yachting.
“It can be very difficult working in an industry where there isn’t a lot of people like me and I would be lying If I said I haven...
Premiering on Monday, September 25, 2023, the Below Deck Med trailer teased big clashes between frenemies Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen and Mhlongo trying to keep the peace on board M/Y Mustique. Of course, Scudder and Vilojeon won’t be the only ones bringing drama and Mhlongo said to buckle up because viewers are in for a wild ride.
Tumi Mhlongo says ‘cheers’ to a new season of ‘Below Deck Med’
Mhlongo teased on Instagram that the season will be wild. She thanked fans and viewers who reached out to her, sharing that kindness goes a long way in yachting.
“It can be very difficult working in an industry where there isn’t a lot of people like me and I would be lying If I said I haven...
- 9/5/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Below Deck Mediterranean is returning to Bravo. The reality series' eighth season arrives later this month.
The series follows the Capt. Sandy Yawn, Stews Natalya Scudder, and Kyle Viljoen and others as they deal with passengers and their personal love lives. The season will feature new additions Chef Jack Luby, Bosun Ruan Irving, Haleigh Gorman, and Lara Du Preez, and Stew Jessika Asai, with Luka Brunton and Tumi Mhlongo joining from Below Deck Down Under.
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The series follows the Capt. Sandy Yawn, Stews Natalya Scudder, and Kyle Viljoen and others as they deal with passengers and their personal love lives. The season will feature new additions Chef Jack Luby, Bosun Ruan Irving, Haleigh Gorman, and Lara Du Preez, and Stew Jessika Asai, with Luka Brunton and Tumi Mhlongo joining from Below Deck Down Under.
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- 9/3/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
There's never a dull moment in the Below Deck franchise, and the official trailer for Below Deck: Mediterranean Season 8 promises to be the craziest to date.
The highly-anticipated new season premieres Monday, September 25, at 9 p.m. on Bravo.
Captain Sandy Yawn reunites with Below Deck: Mediterranean Season 7 stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen.
Below Deck Down Under's Tumi Mhlongo is crossing over to take on the role of Chief Stew.
The other familiar face is Deckhand Luka Brunton, who joined the Below Deck Down Under cast this week.
The rest of the cast is rounded out by Chef Jack Luby, Bosun Ruan Irving, Deckhands Haleigh Gorman and Lara Du Preez, and Stew Jessika Asai.
"Set amidst the mesmerizing Italian Riviera and the historic façade of Genoa, Italy, it's all hands on deck this season for Capt. Sandy and her team," the logline teases.
"From outrageous guests to after-hours antics,...
The highly-anticipated new season premieres Monday, September 25, at 9 p.m. on Bravo.
Captain Sandy Yawn reunites with Below Deck: Mediterranean Season 7 stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen.
Below Deck Down Under's Tumi Mhlongo is crossing over to take on the role of Chief Stew.
The other familiar face is Deckhand Luka Brunton, who joined the Below Deck Down Under cast this week.
The rest of the cast is rounded out by Chef Jack Luby, Bosun Ruan Irving, Deckhands Haleigh Gorman and Lara Du Preez, and Stew Jessika Asai.
"Set amidst the mesmerizing Italian Riviera and the historic façade of Genoa, Italy, it's all hands on deck this season for Capt. Sandy and her team," the logline teases.
"From outrageous guests to after-hours antics,...
- 9/1/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
We can always trust Captain Jason Chambers and Chief Stewardess Aesha Scott to deliver great TV.
The pair were the sole holdovers from Below Deck Down Under Season 1 on Below Deck Down Under Season 2 Episode 1, which focused on everyone trying to get the charter season off without a hitch.
It's a shame Tumi Mhlongo wasn't also kept because she was a breath of fresh air during the stellar freshman season.
It wouldn't be Below Deck without some form of drama, and truthfully, things got wild quicker than most other seasons in franchise history.
That's to be expected when you're down two staff members.
We've witnessed the staff of these superyachts worked to the bone with minimal rest, but that has to be elevated somewhat when you're down that many staff members.
If anything, the insanity that played out should have been a reason to pause the charter season until the appropriate staff had been found.
The pair were the sole holdovers from Below Deck Down Under Season 1 on Below Deck Down Under Season 2 Episode 1, which focused on everyone trying to get the charter season off without a hitch.
It's a shame Tumi Mhlongo wasn't also kept because she was a breath of fresh air during the stellar freshman season.
It wouldn't be Below Deck without some form of drama, and truthfully, things got wild quicker than most other seasons in franchise history.
That's to be expected when you're down two staff members.
We've witnessed the staff of these superyachts worked to the bone with minimal rest, but that has to be elevated somewhat when you're down that many staff members.
If anything, the insanity that played out should have been a reason to pause the charter season until the appropriate staff had been found.
- 7/18/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Several Season 1 Below Deck Down Under stars have met up recently. Pic credit: Peacock
Below Deck Down Under stars have been gathering for min-reunions as Season 1 plays out on Bravo airwaves.
The new Below Deck spin-off was a Peacock original, dropping earlier this year.
However, as summer kicked off, Below Deck Down Under debuted on Bravo, finding a whole new audience.
Whether fans watched via Peacock or Bravo, one thing won’t change.
There was not a Below Deck Down Under Season 1 reunion.
While it’s not the same as a reunion show, some stars for the show have come together for some catch-up time recently.
Aesha Scott and Culver Bradbury reunite for fun times
This week both Culver and Aesha took to their Instagram Stories to reveal they were spending some quality time together in Fort Lauderdale.
Aesha shared a picture of her pal sipping a drink as they...
Below Deck Down Under stars have been gathering for min-reunions as Season 1 plays out on Bravo airwaves.
The new Below Deck spin-off was a Peacock original, dropping earlier this year.
However, as summer kicked off, Below Deck Down Under debuted on Bravo, finding a whole new audience.
Whether fans watched via Peacock or Bravo, one thing won’t change.
There was not a Below Deck Down Under Season 1 reunion.
While it’s not the same as a reunion show, some stars for the show have come together for some catch-up time recently.
Aesha Scott and Culver Bradbury reunite for fun times
This week both Culver and Aesha took to their Instagram Stories to reveal they were spending some quality time together in Fort Lauderdale.
Aesha shared a picture of her pal sipping a drink as they...
- 9/22/2022
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Is Zee back for his third season on Below Deck Med? Pic credit: Bravo
Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 may still be playing out on Bravo airwaves, but fans are already wondering about Season 8 of the hit yachting show.
It’s that time of year again when the rumor mill gets buzzing about when the next season of Below Deck Med is filming.
For years the show has been filmed for six weeks, starting in August and wrapping up in September.
While Bravo never comments on the show filming, cast, or schedule, eagle-eyed fans are always on the lookout for information.
New tidbits have emerged that point to Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 having filmed, including returning cast members.
Let’s take a look at why Below Deck fans think production on the upcoming season of the spin-off has finished.
Has Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 wrapped filming?
The Instagram fan account @belowdeckaboveaverage...
Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 may still be playing out on Bravo airwaves, but fans are already wondering about Season 8 of the hit yachting show.
It’s that time of year again when the rumor mill gets buzzing about when the next season of Below Deck Med is filming.
For years the show has been filmed for six weeks, starting in August and wrapping up in September.
While Bravo never comments on the show filming, cast, or schedule, eagle-eyed fans are always on the lookout for information.
New tidbits have emerged that point to Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 having filmed, including returning cast members.
Let’s take a look at why Below Deck fans think production on the upcoming season of the spin-off has finished.
Has Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 wrapped filming?
The Instagram fan account @belowdeckaboveaverage...
- 9/19/2022
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Will Aesha and Tumi be back for Season 2 of Below Deck Down Under? Pic credit: Bravo
Is Below Deck Down Under Season 2 happening? That’s a question on Below Deck fans’ minds as the spin-off nears the end of its run on Bravo.
Unlike the other shows in the Below Deck family, Below Deck Down Under was a Peacock original.
It didn’t hit Bravo airwaves until Season 1 wrapped its streaming debut.
Below Deck Down Under was an instant hit largely due to hunky Captain Jason Chambers.
Having Below Deck Mediterranean alum Aesha Scott help launch the series in the chief stew role helped the success of the latest Below Deck installment too.
So will there be another season of the yachting show filmed in Australia, or will it be one and done?
Let’s take a look.
Here’s what we know about Below Deck Down Under Season 2
There...
Is Below Deck Down Under Season 2 happening? That’s a question on Below Deck fans’ minds as the spin-off nears the end of its run on Bravo.
Unlike the other shows in the Below Deck family, Below Deck Down Under was a Peacock original.
It didn’t hit Bravo airwaves until Season 1 wrapped its streaming debut.
Below Deck Down Under was an instant hit largely due to hunky Captain Jason Chambers.
Having Below Deck Mediterranean alum Aesha Scott help launch the series in the chief stew role helped the success of the latest Below Deck installment too.
So will there be another season of the yachting show filmed in Australia, or will it be one and done?
Let’s take a look.
Here’s what we know about Below Deck Down Under Season 2
There...
- 9/16/2022
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
No matter how turbulent the waters or crew dynamic get, second stew Tumi Mhlongo remains a calming presence on Peacock’s Below Deck Down Under. At the same time, third stew Magda Ziomek is always making things fun and interesting. They became fast friends through their shared experience serving guests aboard M/Y Thalassa traveling through the Whitsunday Islands of northwestern Australia. More than halfway into the first season of the latest spinoff in the Below Deck franchise, we’ve already seen drama begin to boil. Here, Tumi and Magda reflect on what we’ve seen so far and tease the sailings ahead. Maybe even unload a little dirty laundry! Has being on the show made you look at yourself differently? Tumi Mhlongo: It definitely makes you look at yourself in the mirror. You see every single flaw of who you are. For me, it has made me proud of the person I’ve become,...
- 4/28/2022
- TV Insider
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