'Below Deck' fans dub Ben Willoughby 'dramatic' as he throws shade at Bravo for portraying him as villain
GRENADA, CARIBBEAN: Ben Willoughby is exposing the real truth behind Bravo's hit yachting series 'Below Deck,' shedding light on the show's inner workings and revealing the secrets that lie beneath the glamorous surface.
For those of you who are unversed, Ben has made his comeback for the second season of the reality television show 'Below Deck'. However, it appears that his experience on the show did not turn out as expected.
Utilizing the platform of Instagram Stories, Ben recently took the opportunity to express his genuine sentiments, revealing that he was not particularly fond of being a fan of the popular show 'Below Deck'.
During a recent Q&A session on Instagram, Ben fearlessly and candidly addressed the burning inquiries of 'Below Deck' enthusiasts. His responses, undoubtedly intriguing, left the audience astounded, particularly when he was asked about the possibility of his return for yet another season on the show.
Ben replied to the fan by saying, “I once used to love below deck."
This prompted Ben to receive yet another inquiry as to why he no longer holds the same level of affection for the show as he once did.
“There’s too much that isn’t seen. I’m at a crossroads as the whether the truth needs to be told or I don’t let this consume me anymore,” Ben responded.
However, it appears that Ben's responses did not resonate positively with the enthusiastic audience of the Bravo program.
A Reddit user said, "Such a diva... It's also annoying that he can't help but spoil the episodes for the fans. It's giving vague Facebook post."
Another user chimed in, "He’s being so dramatic in all of his answers. It’s giving “a shit storm is coming for me but I’m truly the victim here."
A third user quipped, "Ugh this guy. What a baby."
Followed by a fourth user who penned, "He’s such a whiney little b**ch."
A fifth user commented, "Agree with the diva comments, this show is on its 11th season, going for 10 years, its his second season. Why is he so upset about edits now? Whats holding him back from telling his side? Dude, just get over yourself."
‘Below Deck’ star Ben Willoughby spills the tea about his cast members
When questioned about whether or not the chief stew, Barbara 'Barbie' Pascual, was being overly harsh on her fellow stew, Fraser Olender, Ben shared his thoughts on the ongoing interior drama.
Ben said, “I think Fraser didn’t know how to lead Barbie into the direction he was wanting.”
Barbara and Fraser have been caught up in numerous dramatic situations throughout the show. However, in the most recent episode, things reached a breaking point when Barbara, overcome with emotion, tearfully expressed her desire to return home due to the ongoing turmoil caused by the Fraser Olender saga.
In the Instagram Q&A session, Ben took the time to appreciate and commend his deck team, specifically highlighting the hard work and dedication of Dylan Pierre De Villiers.
It was intriguing to see Ben publicly acknowledge Dylan, especially knowing that tensions are brewing between them on 'Below Deck' as they vie for the coveted lead deckhand position. The photo shared by Ben added an extra layer of complexity to their relationship, hinting at potential conflicts and drama to come on the show.
"Dylan although great, took a while to gel in,” he added.
Ben Willoughby hopes to join ‘Below Deck Med’ and ‘Sailing Yacht’
Ben Willoughby expressed his discontentment with his current situation on 'Below Deck,' however, he did mention that he is willing to embark on a new journey and potentially find a fresh start on either 'Below Deck Sailing Yacht' or 'Below Deck Med.'
A fan asked Ben, "Would you be on below deck sailing below deck Med with a new captain, new crew, start fresh?"
"In a heartbeat," Ben told one of the fans of the show.
Will ‘Below Deck’ Season 11 star Ben Willoughby be fired?
In the midst of an Instagram question and answer session, a fan brought up the speculation that Captain Kerry Titheradge had let him go during Season 11 of 'Below Deck'.
Ben clarified the situation by providing a clear and direct response to the inquiry, ensuring that any misunderstandings or confusion were promptly addressed and resolved.
“Never been sacked. As mentioned previously I had my reasons for what I stood for. It’s a shame none of it will be aired,” he wrote on his Instagram Stories.
