Deckhand Harry Van Vliet’s time onBelow Deck Down Underhas been all about boatmances and big moments. He first showed up in season 2 and quickly became a favorite thanks to his laid-back vibe and genuine way of connecting with people. His first shot at romance with Margot Sisson didn’t exactly work out, but it set the stage for even bigger storylines later.
ByBelow Deck Down Underseason 3, Harry’s boatmance with Brianna Duffield had everyone talkingand rooting for him. His relationships brought plenty of sweet moments and a little bit of drama that kept viewers hooked. Now, viewers are eager to know where things stand with Harry today and what might be next for him.
Harry Van Vliet’s Talking About Brianna Duffield
In season 3,Harry’s boatmance with stewardess Brianna Duffieldquickly became one of the sweetest storylines onBelow Deck Down Under. Their chemistry was impossible to miss, and fans were rooting hard for the pair to make it work once the cameras stopped rolling. One Reddit userposted, “Harry & Brianna are adorable! I’m so glad Harry is getting the relationship he deserves and I’m glad that, for once.” (viateanailpolishon Reddit).
When Brianna made the move from New Jersey to Australia in November, it seemed like things were getting serious. But during a recent visit toWatch What Happens Live, Brianna let fans in on a little secret: things didn’t exactly go according to plan.She shared that while she and Harry still talk all the time and have stayed close,their romance didn’t take off the way she had hoped. (viaBravo)
Brianna admitted she was a bit more into the relationship than Harry. She also revealed she felt like Harry had issues when it came to commitment. She explained to viewers thatHarry’s fear of committing partially led to the breakup.
Harry, for his part, isn’t denying anything — and he’s made it clear he’s currently single and, in his words, “on the prowl” when he stopped byWatch What Happens Livein March (viaWatch What Happens Live).Even though the romance fizzled, it sounds like there’s still a lot of love and respect between them.Harry and Brianna have said they’re happy to stay friends,and fans seem happy to keep cheering them on, no matter what.
Before his boatmance with Brianna, Harry’s first big crush onBelow Deck Down Underwas with Margot Sisson in season 2.Harry developed feelings for Margotpretty early on but was a little shy about putting himself out there. That hesitation gave Bosun Luke Jones the chance to swoop in and make a move first.
Eventually,Harry did build up the courage to ask Margot outand take a shot at romance. Sadly for him,Margot didn’t feel the sameway and turned him down in a pretty gentle, respectful way. Even though it wasn’t the love story Harry had hoped for, he handled it like a total gentleman. The best part? Harry and Margot didn’t let the awkwardness ruin their friendship. They’ve stayed good friends since the show ended and still keep in touch, showing that not all boatmances have to end badly.
What’s Next For Harry?
Harry’s Next Chapter: More Yachting And Maybe A New Romance?
Right now,Harry is fully leaning into his single lifeand putting a lot of energy into his yachting career. He’s back for another season on Captain Jason Chambers' boat, working hard as a deckhand and tackling all the usual high-seas drama. It’s clearHarry isn’t just here for the boatmances— he’s serious about making a name for himself in the industry.
Even though his love life has had its fair share of ups and downs, Harry still wins fans with his easygoing personality and strong work ethic. He’s also managed to keep great friendships with his former love interests, which says a lot about the kind of guy he is.Not every reality star handles heartbreak with that much grace.
As for what’s next, viewers are excited to see where Harry’s journey will take him — whether it’s more adventures at sea or maybe even another shot at love. No matter what, he’s become one ofBelow Deck Down Under’smost beloved crew members. And honestly, it feels like Harry’s best chapters are still ahead.
Below Deck Down Underairs Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on Bravo.
