Love on the High Seas: Below Deck Stars’ Off-Screen Romances
Ahoy there! Get ready for some insider scoop on the romantic escapades that have been unfolding behind the scenes of Below Deck. From on-screen love triangles to off-screen flings, the show has had its fair share of heartwarming and sometimes heart-wrenching connections.
Remember Malia White? She burst onto the scene in Below Deck Mediterranean’s second season, and sparks flew between her, Adam Glick, and Wesley Walton. But hold onto your life vests – their romance didn’t set sail for a smooth voyage. Malia and Wes gave their love another shot after the cameras stopped rolling, but alas, the relationship didn’t weather the storm.
Fast forward to 2020, and Malia returns as the bosun. This time, she’s docked in a relationship with chef Tom Checketts. Their love story gets a twist when Tom joins season 5, filling in for the departing Hindrigo “Kiko” Lorran. Yet, by September 2020, the loveboat had capsized. Malia took to Instagram to share that she and Tom were no longer an item.
So, what was the reason behind this love life SOS? According to Malia, their boats were headed in different directions, both literally and metaphorically. The pandemic had thrown a monkey wrench into their plans, making it nearly impossible for them to meet. Tom’s wandering heart didn’t help matters, as he found companionship on his own boat while Malia was left in the dark.
Tom, on the other hand, hasn’t spoken up about the breakup or the allegations of infidelity. But let’s not anchor ourselves in the past – Malia had her sights set on a different horizon when she joined season 6 of Below Deck Med. She admitted that her emotional sails were tattered and torn after the breakup, leaving her not in the mood for any romantic escapades.
But wait, the tides of fate were about to shift. Malia hinted at a new connection in August 2021. A certain engineer who worked alongside her in season 6 seemed to have caught her attention. And then, the Instagram waters got a bit choppy when Jake Barker, a brief on-camera presence, shared a photo of him and Malia sharing a smooch, complete with a heart emoji. Love, or just a friendly buoy? You decide.
This isn’t where the love story ends, though. There have been whispers of other Below Deck crew members finding love beyond their respective seasons. So, grab your life jackets, dear readers, and let’s navigate the seas of Below Deck romance together!