Summary
TheBelow Deck Mediterraneancast is coming under fire once again, this time for allegedly being lazy and always complaining about their jobs.Below Deck Medseason 9has delivered plenty of drama ever since theBelow Deckspin-off returned to Bravo in June 2024.A lot of thecontroversy has centered on Chef Johnathan “Jono” Shillingfordand Bosun Iain Maclean’s poor charter skills, and online accusations that they’re faking their performance. More recently, stews Ellie Dubaich and Bri Muller have been butting heads over their inability to get along and get the job done.
Actor Zach Gilford lashed out at theBelow Deck Medcast for not working very hard.
NowtheBelow Deck Medseason 9 stars are being criticized for their constant complaintsabout how hard their jobs are.Criminal Minds: Evolutionstar Zach Gilford, who apparently watchesBelow Deck, appeared onWatch What Happens Live(as reported byUs Weekly) and went on a tirade against the Bavo cast members. Andy Cohen asked the actor about the currentBelow Deckseason, which is when Zach decided to get on his “soapbox” and let loose. “Their life is so easy, and they are like, ‘It’s been 24 hours and I’m on a boat,” he began.
Andy Cohen Defends Below Deck Med Season 9 Stars
Zach Gilford’s Accusation Comes Amid Many Red Flags
Andy defended them against the actor’s accusations, claiming that theBelow Deck Medcast members “are working very hard. They actually are.” That defense didn’t satisfy Zach, who retorted back that the reality stars “are not working that hard.” Zach explained that years ago, he would lead Alaskan backpacking trips, and he had to be in charge of kids for 24 hours a day. “I didn’t get two days on and a day off. They are in the middle of paradise. Like, just work,” he exclaimed, adding that he won’t hesitate to judge other people he deems to be lazy.
Zach’s accusations against theBelow Deck Medcast came after producers were accused of interfering with Jono and Iain’s storylinesto make it seem like they’re terrible at their jobs. Chef Jono’s meals have been subpar, andIain’s skills as bosun have failedCaptain Sandy Yawn’s expectations. In recent weeks, Jono has been bragging about positive reviews he’s received for his food, which could feed into the narrative that he’s a better chef thanBelow Deck Medis allowing him to be.
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Working on a chartered yacht is hard, as seen year after year in theBelow Deckfranchise.Zach’s not wrong that certainBelow Deckstars complain about their workand the crew members they have to put up with. Some of them just aren’t cut out for the yacht life, which is more demanding than the beautiful locales make it out to be. However, it’s wrong to give a blanket statement about their allegedly bad work ethic. Most of them do work very hard; if they didn’t, every charter would be a failure.
Below Deck Mediterranean
Cast
Below Deck Mediterranean is a Bravo reality television series that follows a crew that works aboard a gigantic superyacht during the busy season. The show highlights the challenges of the crew as they serve their high-end clientele. Each season tackles new locations, such as Greece, Croatia, Italy, and France, with some repeating.
