Solène Favreau Officially Fired From Below Deck After Series of Shocking Scandals Rock the Crew and Leave Fans Stunned

In a turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Below Deck fanbase, Solène Favreau, the polarizing stewardess who quickly became one of the most talked-about personalities in the show’s recent seasons, has been officially fired from the hit Bravo series following a cascade of scandals and behind-the-scenes turmoil that rocked the crew and divided viewers around the world.

A Storm Brewing Below Deck

Tensions had been simmering for weeks aboard the luxury charter yacht St. Anastasia, with rumors swirling that something was amiss among the interior crew. Insiders began whispering of late-night altercations, breached protocols, and unprofessional conduct from Solène, whose fiery temperament had often teetered on the edge of insubordination.

Initially hailed for her European charm and impeccable service skills, the French-born stewardess quickly revealed a more volatile side, clashing with both her superiors and fellow crewmates. What started as playful sass soon devolved into passive-aggressive feuds and explosive meltdowns that disrupted the crew’s delicate chemistry.

The Scandals That Sank Her Career

Multiple sources close to production have confirmed that Solène’s dismissal was not the result of a single incident, but rather the culmination of several serious breaches of conduct:

• A Physical Altercation: Perhaps the most damning allegation came from an off-camera incident during a crew night out in Mykonos, where Solène allegedly threw a drink at fellow stewardess Rachel Montgomery following a heated dispute. While Bravo initially edited around the confrontation, leaked audio from a crew member's phone went viral on social media, triggering widespread backlash.

• Violation of Guest Privacy: Another major infraction involved Solène allegedly accessing a charter guest’s private belongings without authorization. While the show did not broadcast the moment, internal investigations confirmed the breach, prompting legal concerns for the network and production company.

• Repeated Defiance Toward Captain: Her persistent defiance of Captain Elgin’s orders, including disregarding safety drills and abandoning post during a VIP event, reportedly left producers with no choice but to consider her a liability.

   

“Solène was warned multiple times,” a production staffer revealed under condition of anonymity. “But she didn’t seem to care. She felt untouchable. This show is chaotic, yes, but there's a line — and she crossed it over and over.”

Bravo Issues Statement, Fans React

Bravo released an official statement on Friday confirming Solène’s dismissal:

“After careful review and in light of multiple breaches of conduct that violated our professional and ethical standards, Solène Favreau has been removed from Below Deck. The safety, respect, and wellbeing of our cast, crew, and charter guests remain our top priority.”

The reaction from fans has been swift and polarized. While many applauded the network for taking action, others expressed disappointment, citing Solène’s vibrant energy and unpredictable presence as key ingredients to the season’s drama.

On Reddit, the Below Deck subreddit exploded with speculation and debate.

“Honestly, I hated her attitude but loved watching her. She was great TV,” wrote user @seacaptain89.

“She disrespected the crew and made the boat toxic. Good riddance,” countered another.

Solène Breaks Her Silence

Just hours after the announcement, Solène took to Instagram to share a cryptic message accompanied by a photo of her gazing out over the Aegean Sea:

“Some ships are not meant to be anchored. They were built to sail alone.”

She did not directly address the firing but followed up with a brief Instagram Story thanking fans who had “seen past the edit” and supported her “journey.”

While she remains officially silent on the full extent of the allegations, her manager has hinted that Solène may do a tell-all interview in the coming weeks, with rumors swirling about a potential appearance on Andy Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live.

What’s Next for Below Deck?

With Solène gone, the production faces the daunting challenge of restoring harmony on the yacht. Sources indicate that a replacement stewardess has already been flown in, and re-shoots may be underway to adjust the arc of the season.

Producers are reportedly considering a mid-season special to address the firing and the ripple effects it had on the crew, something the franchise has rarely done outside of reunions.

If the scandals surrounding Solène have proven anything, it's that Below Deck continues to push the boundaries of unscripted drama — and reality TV fans simply can't look away.