Below Deck Mediterranean Officially Greenlit for Season 12 with Greece Location and Summer House Crossover
Below Deck Mediterranean has been renewed for a twelfth season, with production already underway as confirmed by Bravo in August. The upcoming season will take place in Greece and feature a crossover with Summer House cast members as charter guests, with Captain Sandy Yawn and Chief Stew Aesha Scott returning. Bosun Nathan Gallagher will not return due to recent legal issues, with a Bravo spokesperson stating the network has no plans to work with him in the future.
Below Deck Mediterranean concluded its eleventh season in early October 2026, set in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The series documented various dramatic moments involving crew conflicts, guest incidents, and personal relationship tensions throughout the season. Bravo's August confirmation of production activity preceded an official renewal announcement, signaling the network's confidence in the franchise's continued viewership.
The Greece-based season 12 will mark the second crossover event within the Below Deck franchise, bringing Summer House cast members aboard as paying charter guests. Captain Sandy Yawn and Chief Stew Aesha Scott's returns provide continuity for viewers, while recent cast additions Chef Joy Lefaucheur and Cooper Dawson appear positioned to remain. The departure of Bosun Nathan Gallagher follows documented legal complications in late 2025, representing a significant crew change ahead of production.
The renewal demonstrates reality television's continued commercial viability, particularly for established franchises with dedicated audiences. The international location shift and planned crossover may attract both existing Below Deck viewers and Summer House fans, potentially expanding the show's reach across Bravo's portfolio. Production changes involving crew departures due to legal matters could prompt broader industry conversations about background vetting protocols and workplace standards within reality television production.