What happened between Barbara Pascual and Xandi Olivier? ‘Below Deck’ stew lashes out at co-star over 'remark’
GRENADA, CARRIBEAN: The season 11 finale of 'Below Deck' was a whirlwind of drama, especially when Barbara 'Barbie' Pascual and Xandi Olivier found themselves entangled in a heated altercation that had viewers on the edge of their seats.
As they made their way back to St David after a night of revelry, Xandi remarked that it was obvious Barbie would have already left the show by now and said, "I think we all know Barbie would have been gone."
“Xandi,” Barbie, sounding frustrated shouted. "Yeah, I would have. If you would have been my stew , I would have let you go. You had a bad attitude but now you adapted," Zandi added.
Barbie expressed her apologies by saying, "I'm sorry all the f***ing time, my tears have been against me, but I have made it f***ing through. You just said you would fire me If you were my chief stew."
Xandi expressed her gratitude, stating, "Yeah but I'm glad you made it." Barbie acknowledged her achievement, explaining, "I made it through because my captain believed in me and I'm sorry guys I busted my a** all season."
Xandi requested a brief moment from Barbie, to which Barbie responded by questioning the purpose of such a request. Kyle added to the conversation, suggesting that everyone should try to calm down and take a moment to relax.
Xandi complimented Barbie on her skills in her job and said, "I know you are good at your job," to which Barbie replied, "What's the point of saying that?" Barbie chimed in, questioning why she always seemed to be the target of negative comments and wondering aloud why she couldn't seem to escape criticism.
A short while later, Fraser Olender urgently instructed Xandi to remain silent, repeating the phrase "Don't say anything" multiple times. It was evident that Fraser was adamant about Xandi refraining from speaking, emphasizing the importance of keeping quiet in that particular moment.
Barbie expressed her confusion to Xandi, stating that she has only shown kindness, gratitude, and appreciation towards her. She questioned why Xandi was lashing out at her and told her to move on.
"Oops my bad. You are not f***ing stew. You can't fire me," Barbie said. Fraser wrapped his arms around Xandi, offering comfort and reassurance as tears streamed down her face. He told her, "Don't listen to her."
'Below Deck' star Kyle Stillie tries to calm down Barbie Pascual amid her feud with Xandi Olivier
During a heated moment on the set of 'Below Deck', Kyle Stillie intervened to diffuse the escalating tension between Barbie Pascual and Xandi Olivier. Sensing Barbie's frustration, Kyle gently encouraged her to take a step back and release her agitation, suggesting that finding a moment to unwind could help de-escalate the situation. He advised Barbie, "You need to relax a little bit."
Barbie cautioned Kyle that she required his support, to which he reassured her of his backing. However, he also advised her to be more cautious with her words and suggested that she should refrain from speaking out so forcefully. Kyle reiterated his support for Barbie, emphasizing that he was still firmly in her corner. However, he urged her to be more mindful of her language.
Barbie stated that I should be crying, while Xandi tearfully asked, “What did I say?” Barbie replied, "You said you would fire me. She started it and I'm the problem." “Yes, you are,” Paris Field said.
Barbie expressed her frustration, expressing that she felt deeply disrespected, and demanded to be immediately removed from the car. As she exited the vehicle, she firmly instructed Kyle not to touch her if he intended to persist with the unacceptable behavior. She made it clear that she would not tolerate such treatment. Barbie concluded, “Get me out of this car. I didn’t attack anyone.”
Are Barbie Pascual and Kyle Stillie from 'Below Deck' still together?
Barbie recently provided an update on her relationship status with Kyle during her appearance on the Monday, May 13 episode of 'Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.' She offered insights into the current state of their romance.
Host Andy Cohen asked about the current status of Barbie's relationship with Kyle, prompting her to reveal that they were no longer together. Barbie explained that despite their initial connection, their differences ultimately led to the end of their relationship.
Barbie is currently head over heels in love with her new boyfriend, as their relationship is blossoming and she couldn't be happier. She disclosed her new beau is Jewish and wears pants, referencing Kyle Stillie's memorable moment from 'Below Deck' Season 11, Episode 15 when he surprised everyone by donning a kilt and flashing the crew.
