As Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 heats up, a budding love triangle is already making waves. Fans are eagerly tuning in to see what unfolds between stews Elena “Ellie” Dubaich, Bri Muller, and lead deckhand Joe Bradley.
In a preview for Episode 3, which aired on June 17, the chemistry between Bri and Joe is evident as they dance together in the galley. Joe gets curious about Bri’s tattoos, and she responds that she has one on her ribs and one on her lip—a fact Joe finds particularly enticing as he shares in a confessional:
I love a good tattoo. Quite attractive.
Despite his admiration for tattoos on others, Joe won’t be getting one himself due to a promise he made to his grandfather. He elaborates further: On a female, it’s like a forbidden fruit. It does something for me, 100 percent.
Bri Muller and Elena Dubaich Both Aiming for Joe Bradley
Soon after showing off their dance moves, Bri takes a break in her bunk. Ellie steps in, seeking advice: You need to teach me how to be flirty and how to be seductive as f**k
, Ellie confides.
Bri plays coy initially, but in an interview she admits her interest: Yeah, Joe
. Ellie isn’t far behind, popping up in her own confessional to declare: He’s the guy I want
.
Ellie Speaks Out on Her Interest
It’s clear that Ellie is smitten with Joe as well: Usually, when I set my eyes on a guy, he’s already interested in me, so I just need to give him the green light
. In the meantime, Bri reflects that she has certain needs that need to be met.
The Mission to Be Wing-Women
Previously, both women expressed their attraction towards Joe. Ellie reveals: I’m not jealous of Bri flirting with Joe, but she knows I’m attracted to him. I’ve said it to her multiple times
. The two female crew members have now made it their mission to wing-woman each other. How this will turn out remains anyone’s guess!
Chemistry Galore
This emerging dynamic is setting the stage for some intense sailor drama! As Kyle Richards pointed out: Kyle Richards from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills says she doesn’t know what’s going on for sure, but obviously they have some sort of connection
. Whether it’s playful flirting or something deeper—only time will tell.
Tune in next Monday at 9/8c on Bravo or catch it the next day on Peacock to follow along with this maritime romance saga!
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