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Below Deck Season 12 Wraps as Captain Kerry Defends Safety-First Decisions, Total Tips Hit $195,490

Post-finale interviews highlight Kerry’s safety-first rationale following a police-escorted guest’s later apology.

Overview

  • Captain Kerry Titheradge said none of his calls were personal, framing choices throughout the season as serving guest safety, the vessel, and the team.
  • Kerry confirmed he summoned local police to remove an intoxicated charter guest who later apologized to him after filming.
  • The season’s gratuity totaled $195,490, which Kerry calculated as roughly $15,037 per crew member across eight charters.
  • A charter stalled by mechanical issues resulted in a $19,000 tip that Kerry viewed as unfair punishment for factors beyond the crew’s control.
  • Cast members said watching the edit altered their perspectives on onboard dynamics, while off-screen, Bárbara Kulaif and Jess Theron offered conflicting accounts of their breakup.