Below Deck Sailing Yacht: Evidence That Daisy Kelliher’s Love Triangle May Be Producer-Driven

In the ever-evolving drama of Below Deck Sailing Yacht, Chief Stew Daisy Kelliher finds herself potentially embroiled in yet another love triangle. This time, however, speculation suggests it might be a creation rather than an organic development, inspired by the show’s producers. In a previous season, Daisy navigated a tumultuous love triangle involving former Chief Engineer Colin Macrae and First Mate Gary King. The plot thickened when Daisy and Gary shared a secret rendezvous off-camera before the onset of Season 4, leading to tension when Colin confessed his feelings for Daisy during their boatmance.

As Season 5 unfolds, it’s evident that Gary continues to carry a torch for Daisy. In a recent confessional, he admitted to still finding her attractive. His drunken rants only further illuminate his lingering affections. But Gary isn’t the only crew member expressing interest; Chef Cloyce Martin’s strange comments about Daisy in the latest episode raise eyebrows. Is all of this simply a production ploy?

Chef Cloyce’s Flirting Appears Insincere

Is He Genuinely Interested in Daisy?

Throughout Season 5, Chef Cloyce’s advances toward Daisy appear forced. Initially, he candidly expressed his attraction, but conflicts over service standards quickly soured that interest. His expectations for how Daisy should communicate clashed with her established authority as head of the crew. Daisy made it clear that as Chief Stew, she’d run things her way, rendering Cloyce’s flattery increasingly untenable.

Daisy finds Chef Cloyce exceptionally tedious, showing no signs of romantic interest in him. His slip-up that delayed service by 17 minutes intensified her frustration. Following a particularly disastrous moment where he ordered a birthday cake instead of baking it, Daisy voiced her grievances to Captain Glenn Shephard. The sparks between them seem to fly more from conflict than chemistry, suggesting producer meddling rather than genuine attraction.

Producers Strategically Place Daisy and Gary Together

A Recipe for Tension

After Deckhand Emma Crouch was let go, the crew faced a cabin shuffle, which resulted in Daisy and Gary sharing a space. Given their troubled romantic history, it’s not hard to see that this arrangement feels like an orchestrated effort by the production team to rekindle their past dynamics. Their shared history indicates a potential for romantic tension, heightened by the close quarters aboard the Parsifal III.

While Daisy and Gary have ostensibly moved past former conflicts, unsettling emotions still linger. For instance, Daisy’s reaction to Gary’s late-night kiss with Danni suggests that unresolved feelings may still permeate their friendship. This juxtaposition of caring about Gary’s decisions while getting angry at his behavior hints at deeper emotional ties that are difficult to ignore.

Producers Focus on Daisy as a Villain

A New Love Triangle for Added Drama?

This season, the producers seem to be intent on positioning Daisy as the antagonist. Historically a fan favorite, the shift in her portrayal feels engineered and conspicuous. Her fellow crew members, Danni and Diana, frequently undermine her, a contrast to her established authority. Their hostility towards her has ultimately led to a skewed perception of Daisy among viewers.

Even if it’s not the intent of production to manipulate her narrative completely, they’re certainly influencing outcomes. A new love triangle involving Daisy could significantly cement her role as a villain in Season 5, especially as her relationship with Gary faces inevitable pitfalls.

Are Daisy and Gary Finally Destined to Be Together?

An Inevitable Connection?

Despite the production’s machinations, the possibility of Daisy and Gary’s rekindled romance hangs delicately in the air. Their long-standing friendship bears the weight of unresolved feelings that resurface throughout the season. They appear to be navigating complex emotions while maintaining a façade of professionalism amid their connected past.

Although Daisy often tends to protect Gary, preventing him from making poor decisions, their chemistry is undeniable. In close quarters on the Parsifal III, it seems increasingly inevitable that they will confront their feelings for each other. Any potential connection will likely overshadow Chef Cloyce’s contrived role in this scenario—as production’s manipulation comes through much more starkly than any honest interaction.

The latest season of Below Deck Sailing Yacht airs every Monday at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock the following day.

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