What happened between Gael and Nathan after Below Deck Mediterranean season 9? Details explored

Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 ended, leaving fans wondering about the fate of Nathan Gallagher and Gael Cameron's relationship after the show.

According to Bravo, after leaving the boat at the end of the season, the couple—who had developed a romantic relationship—decided to travel together. However, their romance faced several challenges once the cameras stopped rolling.

Gael and Nathan traveled together for six weeks after the show, but things weren’t as smooth as they initially seemed. In a September 23 interview with Bravo, Gael stated:

“For the most part, [our time together] was really great. [But] I think he just has a lot of emotional maturing to do."

Gael also pointed out some troubling traits in Nathan, including “a little bit of anger and a little bit of, like, stubbornness, [and] immaturity.”

Distance also played a major role in the relationship's breakdown. Nathan started a new job while Gael returned to Australia, and the time zones made communication difficult. Nathan admitted, “I just started second-guessing everything," which ultimately led to their split.

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Why did Nathan and Gael break up after Below Deck Mediterranean season 9?

The end of Gael and Nathan's relationship came when Nathan expressed doubts about making long-distance work unless Gael moved to Europe.

Gael sensed something was wrong when they went weeks without talking, and her suspicions were confirmed when Nathan revealed, "My ex has called me, and I want to give it another go." This revelation ended their relationship, leaving Gael feeling betrayed by Nathan’s decision to rekindle things with his ex.

Following the breakup, Nathan later tried to reconnect with Gael, but the damage was done. Gael called him out, asking, "Well aren't you with your ex?" Nathan denied getting back with her, but Gael remained skeptical. Gael stated:

“I didn’t really believe him, if I’m being honest. I’m like, ‘Yeah, you’re full of it.’”

Although Nathan made efforts to repair their relationship, history kept repeating itself. Gael concluded:

“I really wish we just stayed friends... He’s hilarious. You know, I just think some people are great friends and some people you just shouldn’t date.”

Although their romantic relationship ended, Nathan and Gael have maintained a friendship. Nathan shared that they “talk every other day,” adding, “We still stay in touch, and it’s nice to see what she’s doing and how she is.”

While Nathan remains hopeful about a possible future together, Gael seems more resolute. She remarked:

"I don’t regret anything — oh, I regret plenty — but I don’t want to say I regret it. I just think if we had stayed friends, I just wouldn’t have a bad word to say about him."

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Overall highlights of Below Deck Mediterranean season 9

Below Deck Mediterranean crew (Image via Bravo)

Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 featured plenty of drama beyond Gael and Nathan’s romance. Through yet another thrilling charter season full of touching moments and strained relationships, Captain Sandy Yawn guided her crew. By the end of the season, Captain Sandy was prepared to start a new chapter in her life and tied the knot with Leah Shafer in a stunning ceremony.

Crew members like Aesha Scott also saw significant developments in their personal lives. After the season wrapped, Aesha became engaged to her partner, Scott Dobson. Meanwhile, other yachties like Joe Bradley and Nathan Gallagher developed close friendships, with Joe calling Nathan his "best mate for life."

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Ultimately, Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 provided a lot of drama for viewers, both on and off the yacht. While some relationships grew stronger, others, like Gael and Nathan’s, faced the inevitable challenges of life beyond the show.