Bravo has officially severed ties with Below Deck Mediterranean bosun Nathan Gallagher. This decision follows his domestic violence conviction in Australia and a verbal altercation with co-star Joe Bradley during the Season 11 finale. The network confirmed that it has no future plans to work with the 28-year-old reality television personality.
The decision comes in the wake of severe legal proceedings in New South Wales. Gallagher was convicted in absentia after failing to appear for a scheduled hearing at Burwood Local Court. An Australian judge proceeded without him, finding all three charges-assault occasioning actual bodily harm, intentionally choking a person without consent, and common assault-proven, which prompted the issuance of a warrant for his arrest.
Background on the Charges and Arrest
The legal troubles stem from an incident on Boxing Day in December 2025 at an apartment in Melrose Park, Sydney. Court documents and police reports detailed that Gallagher assaulted his then-partner and former co-star, Gael Cameron, while their 14-month-old son, Kayden, was nearby. Police stated that Gallagher restricted Cameron’s breathing, struck her jaw, and applied force around her neck before she managed to break free.
Following the December 2025 arrest, Gallagher was initially released on conditional bail and pleaded not guilty. However, after missing his court appearance earlier this month, authorities stated he is believed to have left the country. A local Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) was also filed to protect Cameron.
Network Response and Season 11 Status
A spokesperson for Bravo released a clear statement to the Los Angeles Times regarding the network’s stance: “Bravo does not plan on working with Nathan in the future.”
Despite dropping Gallagher from future network projects, Bravo confirmed that he will not be edited out of the remainder of Season 11 of Below Deck Mediterranean. Production on the current season wrapped long before the December arrest occurred, meaning already-filmed episodes will air as scheduled.
Tensions surrounding Gallagher also spilled over on-screen and off-screen. During the October 5, 2026, season finale, a heated verbal altercation broke out between Gallagher and co-star Joe Bradley during an outing. The argument escalated after Bradley expressed frustration over the presence of Gallagher’s ex-girlfriend, Gael Cameron, and directly questioned Gallagher regarding his parenting responsibilities.
Statements From Gael Cameron and Nathan Gallagher
Gael Cameron addressed the turbulent period publicly via her Instagram Stories on September 5, thanking fans and followers for their continuous support.
“Hey guys, I just want to say thank you so much for the support you’ve shown for Kayden and I. It’s been a tough season, but I have been using the past few months to quietly heal and rebuild for little man and myself,” Cameron wrote.
Prior to his court absence and subsequent conviction, Gallagher spoke out to media outlets, claiming that public reports represented only one side of a complex situation. He maintained that he possessed contemporaneous video footage, messages, and records that provided additional context. His primary focus following the split, according to his previous statements, remains centered on establishing a peaceful co-parenting relationship for his son.
Australian authorities have urged anyone with information regarding Gallagher’s current whereabouts to contact emergency services immediately rather than approaching him, as the outstanding arrest warrant remains active.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, support is available. In the United States, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. In the UK, contact Refuge at 0808 2000 247.
