Bravo is taking us back to the high seas for a new season of Below Deck Mediterranean, which sets sail on Tuesday, May 15, at 9 p.m. ET. You won't recognize most of the Below Deck Mediterranean Season 3 cast, though — six of 'em are newbies! This exciting season promises to bring fresh faces and new dynamics to the crew, making it a must-watch for fans of the series.
Sure, Captain Sandy Yawn is back — helming the 178-foot Talisman Maiton, the reality show's largest yacht to date — and chief stew Hannah Ferrier and chef Adam Glick are returning, too. But as Captain Sandy takes the luxurious motorboat around Italy, we'll get to know her six new staff members: three deckhands, two stewards, and a bosun. Each of these newcomers brings their own unique backgrounds and experiences to the show, making for an engaging season ahead.
In this article, we'll dive into the personal stories of these new yachties, giving you a glimpse into their lives and what they bring to the Talisman Maiton. From their pasts to their aspirations, you'll learn all about the characters who will be navigating the high seas alongside the familiar faces of Below Deck Mediterranean.
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Brooke Laughton
A Bravo press release reveals that this second stew was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, thanks to her "upscale upbringing" in Manchester, England. In fact, she even had to learn how to do laundry when she entered the service industry. Brooke's parents broke up a few years ago, but she remains a "hopeless romantic" who might even be down for a "boatmance."
Kasey Cohen
The daughter of a New Yorker father and a Colombian mother, this third stew has a "natural balance" and a "worldly view," Bravo says, plus charisma and confidence in spades. In prior lives, Kasey was a pageant contestant, a straight-A student, and a psychology major. Like Brooke, she was raised in privilege, but she is determined to succeed in this white-glove gig.
Conrad Empson
This "baby-faced bosun" also hails from the United Kingdom, just like Brooke. He took his first yachting job when he was 18, following his mother into the industry. Bravo describes Conrad as having a "mischievous grin" and a "jovial nature." He also has no filter, which often gets him into trouble but also charms his high-end clientele.
João Franco
After living amid political unrest in Zimbabwe for his first 20 years, this lead deckhand left home and talked his way into a job on a yacht. His "independent spirit" may put him at odds with his bosses, but it also inspires his clientele. João's next challenge is finding success in his love life, as he admits to "winning the hearts of many and disappointing quite a few."
Colin Macy-O'Toole
Music is Colin's passion, but boats are his life. Growing up on the south shore of Long Island, NY, he started work as a deckhand at age 15 and eventually became a captain of ferries to and from Fire Island. Bravo describes him as a "quintessential momma's boy" who gets homesick for his friends and family. Perhaps he'll find love, though — he’s single and boasts an "infectious" personality.
Jamie Jason
With a "wicked sense of humor" and a "sharp tongue," this deckhand and self-proclaimed "class clown" keeps her friends laughing and her foes withering. Born in South Africa, Jamie lived in California for two years before moving to the French resort town of Antibes and starting her yachting career. In her last job, she was the sole stew and deckhand on a 79-foot yacht, so she probably enjoys having helping hands on the Talisman Maiton. Anchors aweigh!
