Below Deck's most memorable guests from punching to passing out onboard yacht (2024)

Below Deck is reality series gold that has graced our screens for a decade - but what who have been the most memorable of the yacht's guests?

Below Deck's most memorable guests from punching to passing out onboard yacht (1)

The crew on Below Deck offer guests the chance to live it up while chartering a luxury yacht.

But not everyone is well behaved and guests often throw their weight around on the much-loved reality show.

Premiering on Bravo in 2013, Below Deck is still going strong a decade later and has spawned a number of spin-offs, including: Below Deck: Mediterranean, Below Deck: Sailing Yacht, Below Deck: Down Under and Below Deck: Adventure.

The reality series profiles a group of young people who work aboard yachts that measure well over 100-feet long.

Known as 'yachties', the crew all live aboard the luxurious, privately-owned vessels and are on-call for any demands that their clients might have.

From demanding food be serviced on specific crockery to falling asleep at the dining table through drinking too much alcohol, to asking the crew to don tight underwear and even enduring a medical emergency... scroll on as The Mirror US takes a look at the rudest and most memorable Below Deck guests.

Krystal Murphy

Krystal appeared on Below Deck during season six.

The investment banker turned TV starlet boarded the yacht with a group of her friends, with the party girls all looking to have an amazing time.

But with alcohol on offer and being consumed in large amounts, it's no wonder that trouble was on the horizon.

After enjoying drinks with her pals, Krystal passed out during dinner and her friends wrapped her up in a blanket and left her there.

Checking up on her in the night, one of her friends' acts of kindness was soon met with a punch in the face.

The next morning Krystal awoke and proceeded to act as though nothing had happened, but her pals and the crew onboard weren't quick to forget.

Chief stewardess Kate Chastain was not happy the next morning and branded the blonde beauty a “spoiled brat” during the episode.

Charley Walters

Charley starred in season eight of the hit show, with him known for being incredibly demanding and outrageous.

The memorable guest liked to tell the male crew members to dress up in tight-fitting Speedos, and he even demanded that they did so while serving him onboard the yacht.

The demanding guest wanted everything done a particular way and had the crew going dizzy as they tried to meet his ever-growing demands.

But he later claimed that the producers told him to be over the top, with Showbiz Cheat Sheet reporting that he said that he was told "to act like a piece of sh*t to the crew".

When someone asked if he was told to act like "a piece of sh*t", Charley replied: "Correct. That’s what makes the show."

Brandy

In season seven, episode three, charter guest Brandy almost caused complete chaos when the yacht was in Thailand.

Boarding the yacht in an unusual state she then went ashore for a picnic when the crew became worried for their guest.

The caring crew became so concerned when she appeared faint and couldn't keep her head up, that they decided to take her back to the ship for medical treatment.

Steve Bradley

In the first episode of season three, Steve Bradley boarded the yacht and wreaked havoc while floating on the ocean.

During his first of two appearances on the show, he made his mark when he demanded that the crew throw him and his friends a foam party.

Not only this, but viewers will likely recall how the party animal went jet skiing in a tuxedo. Yes, really.

He also gained himself a party boy reputation thanks to being a fan of drinking all-day long - and all-night long - making the most of his vacation.

And during his second appearance on the show in season six, Steve had even more ridiculous needs and demands.

Delores

In season 8, episode 11 of Below Deck, a guest named Delores got a little bit tipsy and failed to head into bed and quit while she was ahead.

The party animal didn't want the night to end and even attempted a late-night dip when she got her swimsuit on and plunged into the water.

Her friends and the Below Deck crew were quick to warn her that she was too drunk to swim in the ocean at night, with Captain Lee Rosbach even stepping in.

The captain warned that he would send her home if she jumped in the water, but did she care? No she didn't.

Turning a blind eye to what the captain had said, and clearly thinking his warning was all talk, she jumped into the sea and swam around in the dark.

But Captain Lee stuck to his word and didn't appreciate Delores ignoring his warning, so he threw her off the boat.

Nichelle Gainey and Areca Whatmore

Two friends who starred in season three, episode two of Below Deck Mediterranean were partial to a bit of confrontation.

Nichelle Gainey and Areca Whatmore were two pals who were aboard the luxury yacht when they clashed with the crew.

Boarding the Talisman Maiton on Below Deck Mediterranean, they were soon outraged when they were served a delicious pasta dish in bowls instead of on plates, as well as moaning about their wine glasses too.

But the pals wouldn't stop moaning or getting into rows with the crew, which in turn saw them complain to Captain Sandy.

Below Deck's most memorable guests from punching to passing out onboard yacht (2024)

FAQs

Who were the worst charter guests on Below Deck? ›

Summary
  • Only a few charter guests on Below Deck have been nice, like Justin Guarini from season.
  • Delores, Timothy Sykes, Barrie & Tony have been terrible guests ruining crew morale.
  • Erica Rose and Charley Walters were labeled as the worst guests due to their high-maintenance behavior.
Mar 3, 2024

What was the worst Below Deck accident? ›

Ashton Pienaar's Brush With Death

If you watch Below Deck, then you likely already guessed that this piece would feature Ashton Pienaar. Halfway through Below Deck Season 6, a line used to tow tender boats wrapped around Ashton's ankle, pulling the deckhand into the ocean.

How much do guests pay to be on the yachts that are on Below Deck? ›

Recap
Below Deck SerieSeasonYacht charter price / week
Below Deck Mediterranean1$175,000
Below Deck Mediterranean2$219,000
Below Deck Mediterranean3$281,000
Below Deck Mediterranean4$219,000
19 more rows
Jun 21, 2024

Has a guest ever not tipped on Below Deck? ›

While most guests on the show are generous with their tips, there was one instance where the crew received no tip at all. In their very first charter back in 2013, the crew had to report illegal drug use by the guests, resulting in their removal from the yacht and no tip.

Who got caught drinking on Below Deck? ›

Margot Was Caught Drinking On The Job

She ended up sampling leftover piña coladas that were made for the guests. Even if it's common for the crew to sip on a drink or two during their time off, what Margot did was a major breach of trust.

What was the lowest tip on Below Deck history? ›

In Season 1, the tips started off quite low. During episode 8, the Below Deck yachties even received the franchise's lowest tip to date. Following an incredibly high maintenance group's departure, this tip envelope only contained $5,000 to disperse amongst the entire crew. Ew, David.

Which boat captain died on Below Deck? ›

Captain Mark Howard — BELOW DECK MEDITERRANEAN's season 1 captain — died on Thursday. May he RIP.

Who almost died in Below Deck? ›

This would have seen Ashton bleeding out to death in the water. Rhylee, Captain Lee, Ross, and Brent's quick-thinking actions all combined to save Ashton's life, making this Below Deck's most dramatic close call seen yet.

Was Sandy from Below Deck ever in jail? ›

By the age of 17, her drinking resulted in a court-ordered detox after an arrest for drinking and driving, a charge that has sent her to jail multiple times.

How much does a 3 day charter cost on Below Deck? ›

Based on past seasons of the show, the cost of a 3-day charter on a luxury yacht can range anywhere from $30,000 to $50,000 or more. However, the cost of a 3-day charter can vary depending on several factors such as the size and luxury level of the yacht, the location of the charter, and the time of year.

What is the biggest tip on Below Deck? ›

And while the Below Deck Season 10 crew has seen a few tips at $30,000 this season, Jake Clopton and guests set a new record, leaving a $40,000 tip.

How much of the Below Deck is scripted? ›

Courtland Cox, an executive producer, once shared with Bravo TV that the show was, in fact, one-hundred percent legitimate. The crew members who have been invited to work on the show have always held jobs in the yachting industry. Even the most challenging charter guests aren't paid actors.

Does the captain get any of the tip on Below Deck? ›

Typically, the primary charter guest gives the Captain an envelope with tips for the entire crew, which are then split up among them evenly. While the Below Deck crews are almost always hard at work, they have put more effort into certain charters than others.

Does Captain Sandy get a tip? ›

But the mega bucks go to the top dogs, Captain Lee and Captain Sandy, who on a 185-foot superyacht make between $150-$210,000 a year. Then you have to add on the tips, reportedly average at around $15,000 per person for about six weeks of work.

Who gave a bad tip on Below Deck? ›

Jane Zhao (Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5)

Although Captain Sandy apologized and the crew did their best to make the guests' experience amazing, Jane's tip only came out to 24%, about $17,000. Jane defended her low tip on Reddit during an AMA, where she again expressed displeasure at being grounded.

What charter guest gets kicked off Below Deck? ›

Like Alexis, Delores Flora from Below Deck season 8 was a terrible guest. Not only did she misbehave, but she also got drunk and swam while intoxicated, which is not only not allowed, it frightened the crew members. Delores got kicked out of the yacht the next day.

What is the biggest tip ever on Below Deck? ›

The Biggest Tip *EVER* on 'Below Deck': $40,000

2", saw Captain Lee Rosbach and his deckhands terrorized by an unruly charter guest named Angel.

Do the charter guests on Below Deck get a discount? ›

Because we will be filming the guest experience on-board, the fee of the charter is a highly discounted rate of what the normal charter fee for this particular motor yacht would be. For more information on how to be a charter guest on Below Deck, please email Belowdeck.Casting@51minds.com.

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