Recently, Below Deck chief stew, Fraser Olender, suffered a heart attack. His symptoms emerged during the annual 2025 BravoCon weekend. Luckily, Matt Rogers, his new boyfriend, was also in attendance, and he stayed by Fraser’s side at the hospital. Then, when he next appeared on Watch What Happens Live, Matt thankfully had a positive update to share regarding Fraser’s current health status.
Matt Rogers spoke about Below Deck star Fraser Olender’s recovery from a vaping-induced heart attack
Like many, Andy Cohen is “shipping” Matt’s new relationship with Fraser. After stressing this aspect, Andy asked Matt for an update. Because the last time Fraser appeared in the headlines, it was over a rather serious health scare.
Last week, Fraser spoke out against vaping, as it caused him to have a coronary artery vasospasm. “I had vape poisoning,” Fraser shared, noting, “I have never experienced fear or pain like it.” He is still “recovering,” he admitted, which Matt provided an update on during his appearance on WWHL.
“I know a lot of people are watching [who] care about him. Thank you so much,” Matt began. And then, he answered Andy’s question, reporting that Fraser is “doing a lot better” now. However, this incident is actually a growing area of concern, since so many people vape these days.
So, Matt next turned to the camera and issued a warning for the viewers on WWHL. “Don’t do it. Throw it away,” he stressed. At his side, Andy wholeheartedly agreed, many fans do as well.
According to the American College of Cardiology, people who vape experience a 56% increased risk for a heart attack and a 30% increased risk for a stroke.
Below Deck is currently streaming on Peacock.
TELL US – DO YOU ALSO SHIP MATT AND FRASER? DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF SUPPORT FOR THIS COUPLE?
