Cathy Skinner only recently joined the cast of Below Deck Mediterranean. But already, we adore this lovable new stew. In our opinion, Cathy is the breakout star of Season 10.
Cathy came aboard during Episode 7 to fill a vacancy left by Victoria SanJuan. Our equally beloved V had jumped over to the exterior department. So, in glided Cathy, looking like “a young Mary Poppins,” as one deckhand noted. But thankfully, Cathy has added so much more than just her pretty face to this often messy series.
For starters, Cathy arrived with skills for days. But thankfully, her ego remains completely in check, just like her storylines. Yes, Cathy is currently enjoying the company of a man this season, courtesy of Max Salvador. However, zero toxicity is spilling out of their interactions, which is lowkey rare for crushes in this franchise.
Off air, Cathy is just as solid as she appears on Below Deck Med. We follow her online, and we have already seen her using her ever-growing platform for good. For so many reasons, Cathy could easily transition into a staple cast member on this series. And hopefully, the powers that be over at Bravo agree.
Below Deck Mediterranean cast member Cathy Skinner is incredible at her job
Work-wise, Cathy is an absolute rockstar. She first entered this industry via several of her “friends in yachting.” On her first boat, Cathy “came in really strong-minded. Like, I’m really career-driven and money-driven, and I came in with like, ‘I’m gonna be a chief stew in two years.’ And I’ve done it,” she explained during her very first episode.
In this same instalment, Cathy next described herself as “the epitome of a yacht stew,” because she is “bossy,” “organized,” and “a clean freak.” However, she is also “super glamorous. With me, it’s extra, or nothing at all.” Proving her point, Cathy immediately went to work in the crew mess, the laundry room, and the cabins, noting how clean everything needed to be on her watch.
Having already worked as a chief stew, it would make sense that Cathy might carry an ego the size of their yacht. Yet, nope. Week after week, Cathy is showing us that she is simply happy to be present while working her arse off in a lesser-ranked position.
Making us adore her even more, Cathy ripped her skirt during her first dinner service. And still, she rose to the occasion and continued serving her hungry charter guests. For Cathy, her workload comes first, and her inner worries come second. And for that, we cannot speak highly enough of Cathy.
Cathy is on the right side of history when it comes to world issues
The world keeps spinning madly on, with new levels of darkness emerging around every bend. Since her cameras are currently down on filming, Cathy has the time to watch these events unfold. And what she has seen, she has loathed. So she is now using her platform to speak truth to power, adding yet another layer as to why we stan Cathy as much as we do.
Last Sunday, a father and his son took the lives of 15 innocent humans in Bondi Beach, Australia. They were reportedly targeting a Jewish Hanukkah celebration, and as the police reported, they carried ties to an Islamic state group. Wildly, Nathan Gallagher was nearby in a boat, helping drive a few individuals out of harm’s way. But when Nathan, an immigrant himself, posted a story on Instagram, which is currently saved here, he lumped these extremists into a category called “these people,” arguing that “these acts paint a picture for all of them,” which, YIKES.
His careless words struck a chord with many, including Cathy. In her stories, Cathy correctly penned, “I do not agree with, support, or excuse racism, xenophobia, or language that blames entire communities for the actions of individuals.” She also seemingly called out Nathan, writing, “Words matter, especially when spoken from a platform.” As she further argued, “Being angry does not justify being ignorant,” and for that, YES, CATHY!
Kizzi Kitchener and Joe Bradley, her Season 10 colleagues, agreed, and they quickly shared her story online. With Cathy, what you see is what you get. And after seeing her off-air behaviors, we know full well that Cathy is one of the most perfectly imperfect cast members and humans that has ever graced this franchise. So, CAN WE KEEP HER, BRAVO?
Cathy could one day replace Aesha Scott when her time on Below Deck Med comes to an end
Listen. We will watch Aesha Scott until her hair turns gray and her eyesight wanes. She’s just that “lovellllllyyyyy.” However, Aesha recently admitted that her time in the yachting industry might be coming to an end. And if this rings true, Cathy would make for an incredible Aesha 2.0 on Below Deck Med.
During Episode 12, Aesha broke down in tears. She was missing her sweet fiancé, Scott Dobson. She next admitted that the yachting industry might not fit into their long-term plans. After all, it’s hard to be away from your loved ones for extended periods of time, and if Aesha and Scott were to add on to their family, well, you can imagine how much harder this job might become.
Now, Aesha is not leaving this franchise just yet. But as Cathy comforted Aesha in her arms, it gave us an idea. If anyone can take over for Aesha, it’s Cathy. Overall, Cathy has the heart, the smarts, and the work ethic to survive (and thrive) as the resident chief stew on Below Deck Med, and for all of these reasons, we can only hope that Bravo agrees.
Below Deck Mediterranean is streaming on Peacock.
TELL US – ARE YOU LOVING CATHY ON BELOW DECK MED SEASON 10? COULD YOU SEE CATHY TAKING OVER FOR AESHA?
