Gael Cameron gave a shocking update on her relationship with her mystery boyfriend following her boatmance with Nathan Gallagher in Below Deck Mediterranean season 9. The yachting reality series introduced a new slate of yachties in season 9 after Below Deck Med season 8 was a letdown. A cast of fresh faces plus the addition of franchise favorite Chief Stew Aesha Scott successfully revamped the Mediterranean-based Below Deck spin-off. The season has been full of ups and downs, including drama with the crew, with Elena Dubaich and Bri Muller clashing over the mutual liking of deckhand Joe Bradley.
The interior team isn’t the only department navigating conflict in Below Deck Med season 9. Deckhands Joe, Gael, and Nathan haven’t been shy to call out Iain Maclean’s red flags as a Bosun. However, their disapproval of their leader isn’t the only drama brewing with the deck team. Gael and Nathan’s boatmance throughout each episode Below Deck Med season 9. However, the only thing standing in their way is her boyfriend. Gael and Nathan get themselves into a sticky situation with her boyfriend watching the season from home, and their relationship has changed.
Gael Cameron Joined Below Deck Med Season 9 In A Relationship
Gael Revealed She Had A Boyfriend At The Top Of The Season
The cast of Below Deck Med season 9 needed a refresh after season 8. Aesha and Captain Sandy Yawn returned in season 9 as the only familiar faces from the franchise, in a genius decision on the show’s behalf. Gael joined the cast as the only woman part of the deck team, comprised of Bosun Iain, lead deckhand Joe, and Nathan. Despite their unfamiliarity with each other, the deck team hit it off immediately. They introduced themselves, and Gael revealed she was in a long-distance relationship with a yachtie.
The deckhand was honest about her feelings towards her boyfriend in Below Deck Med season 9. In clips from the episodes, Gael is seen texting her partner whenever she can. It’s unclear what they’re discussing, but it’s evident there’s tension between them. Gael may never reveal the problems in her relationship with her boyfriend during Below Deck Med season 9, but it’s clear they’re not on the same page.
Gael Cameron & Nathan Gallagher Had Instant Chemistry
Gael & Nathan Were Naturally Drawn Towards Each Other
Joe, Gael, and Nathan instantly connected as co-workers and friends, but the latter deckhands had more than platonic chemistry. After she revealed her relationship status, Joe and Nathan were disappointed. However, this didn’t stop them from getting to know Gael. As the season started, Gael and Nathan’s flirting began instantaneously. Their inside joke of sneaking each other strawberries had an underlying sexual innuendo, confirmed by their attempt to sneak away privately from the cameras after the crew’s first night out. Despite being in a relationship, the deckhands can’t seem to stay apart.
Gael Cameron Said Her Relationship Was Still Complicated
Gael Admitted Her Wrongdoings
On the Monday, June 24, 2024, episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Gael gave an update on the relationship she was in during Below Deck Med season 9. By this point in the season, she attempted to hook up with Nathan but got caught by cameras, so they couldn't. Gael said she was “very honestwith him” and admitted she wasn’t proud of how she behaved. She explained that they had worked together on yachts before and were comfortable being friendly with other people, but knew her time on Below Deck Med was different.
“At first, I didn’t think anything of it. But then, I ended up calling him being like, ‘Hey, look, now that you’re not on the boat, I completely understand that I feel like my behavior hasn’t been 100% okay.'”
Gael added that her boyfriend “kind of” understood her position with Nathan, adding “Relationships are difficult.” When asked by Cohen if they were still together, she sighed and said, “I think [we] just have to wait and see.” If her then-partner wasn’t sure about the dynamics of Gael’s relationship with Nathan on Below Deck Med season 9, he knows now. While it’s uncertain if they split while filming or if they’re still committed to one another, the audience will likely find out when Below Deck Med season 9 comes to an end.
Gael and Nathan’s boatmance in Below Deck Med season 9 threatened her long-distance relationship. She was visibly frustrated with her boyfriend while filming, but it’s unclear if they’ll break up during or after the season. Gael told Andy Cohen she wasn’t sure where they stood today, which may be for the best after her boatmance with Nathan.
