Brianna Duffield: A Rising Star on Below Deck Down Under
In the challenging world of Below Deck Down Under, Brianna “Bri” Duffield stands out for her resilience and dedication. As numerous cast members faced dismissal this season—including sous chef Anthony Bird, deckhand Johnny Arvanitis, and bosun Wihan du Toit—Bri has successfully maintained her focus on professional growth and a budding romance with lead deckhand Harry Van Vliet. Despite her impressive background in modeling, there’s much more to discover about Bri beyond the glamour.
Bri’s Background and Age
Meet Brianna, Age 22
At just 22 years old, Brianna was born on July 24 in Mullica Hill, New Jersey, making her a proud Leo. Recently reported by Just Jared, she also comes from a family in Delaware that operates an ice cream shop called “The Ice Cream Shoppe.” They’ve even featured her as a special guest during their promotional nights airing alongside her season on Below Deck Down Under.
Bri flew under the radar before her yachting journey, as she revealed to Harry that she was bartending in Aruba prior to meeting a yacht captain who introduced her to this unique career path. She tends to steer clear of the drama aboard the yacht; instead, she prioritizes her friendships with Harry and chief stew Lara Rigby. Central to her personal story is her desire to feel special in her relationship with Harry.
Brianna’s Professional Journey
A Dual Career: Modeling and Yachting
Before diving into the yachting industry, Bri was already making waves in the modeling realm, having worked with renowned labels such as Style Me Pretty and British Vogue. She also graced the runway during New York Fashion Week. As her popularity soared, she embraced social media, starting her influencer journey on TikTok in 2020 with an engaging first post about her dog, Sophie. Currently, Bri boasts a following of 17.2K on TikTok, where she engages with fans through product promotions across her various platforms.
Brianna’s Social Media Presence
Connect with Bri on Instagram @BriiDuffield
Brianna maintains an active Instagram presence with 30.7K followers, sharing updates about her life on Below Deck Down Under and her #bravojourney. Her earlier posts primarily feature her modeling career and extensive travels, showcasing incredible destinations like New York City, Bali, Hawaii, and the island of Aruba. Bri feels a deep connection to Aruba, noting it as a second home where she first learned about the yachting lifestyle.
Relationship Dynamics
Insights into Bri’s Romantic History
During her time on Below Deck Down Under, Bri revealed intriguing details about a previous engagement that she ultimately chose to end. She described realizing that the “housewife” lifestyle wasn’t for her, opting instead for the excitement that the yachting world offers. Even as she boards the Katina single, it doesn’t take long for deckhand Harry to catch her attention, sparking a captivating boatmance.
Though there were moments when Bri felt Harry wasn’t meeting her needs, he quickly adapted and initiated romantic outings, leading to a deeper connection. In recent interviews, Bri hinted that while their relationship has grown, they now identify as “great friends.”The dynamics of their relationship will be intriguing to watch as the season unfolds.
Below Deck Down Under airs Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on Bravo, offering fans a glimpse into the lives and relationships aboard the superyacht.
Sources: Just Jared, Bravo, The Ice Cream Shoppe, Brianna Duffield, Famous Birthdays, Columbia Gorge News