Daisy Kelliher

Daisy Kelliher gained international recognition as the chief stewardess on Bravo’s Below Deck Sailing Yacht, bringing her years of professional yachting experience to reality television audiences. Born in Ireland, Kelliher grew up with a love for travel and the sea, which eventually led her to pursue a career in the luxury yachting industry. She worked her way up through the ranks on various superyachts before landing her breakout television role.

Kelliher first appeared on Below Deck Sailing Yacht in Season 2 in 2021 and quickly became a fan favorite thanks to her no-nonsense leadership style, dry Irish wit, and ability to handle demanding charter guests with grace under pressure. She returned for subsequent seasons, establishing herself as one of the most popular chief stews in the Below Deck franchise. Her dynamic with the rest of the crew, particularly her working relationship with the captains and her management of the interior team, provided compelling television.

Outside of reality TV, Kelliher has built a following on social media where she shares glimpses of her life both on and off the water. Her authentic personality and relatable humor have resonated with audiences beyond the Below Deck fanbase. She has leveraged her television fame into brand partnerships and social media collaborations, expanding her income beyond her yachting salary and TV appearance fees.

Kelliher represents a growing trend of reality TV stars who bring genuine professional expertise to their shows. Unlike many reality TV personalities, her career in luxury yachting gives her real-world skills and experience that translate well to television. Her combination of professional competence, entertaining personality, and Irish charm has made her a standout in the competitive Below Deck franchise.