Aesha Scott, everyone’s favorite chief stew from Below Deck Mediterranean, just spilled some major tea about her upcoming wedding, and let’s just say, the guest list is tighter than a yacht cabin. During a chat on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Aesha admitted she’s had to make some tough calls about who gets an invite to her March 2026 big day. And in a twist that shocked fans, Captain Jason Chambers from Below Deck Down Under didn’t cut.
Turns out, it’s not personal, just logistical. The wedding venue only fits so many people, and when you’ve got friends from every corner of the Below Deck universe, something’s gotta give. Aesha laughed about the tough choices, but you could tell trimming that list wasn’t easy. After all, balancing yacht crews and wedding chairs might be trickier than any charter season.
Aesha is marrying Scott Dobson, her high school love, whom she rediscovered in 2020 after many years away. The couple got engaged in May 2024 and is currently planning their wedding celebrations. Below Deck Mediterranean follows crew members working on luxury boats in the Mediterranean, documenting their professional tasks and interpersonal connections throughout the busy charter season.
The franchise has produced numerous spin-offs, resulting in a close-knit community of yachting professionals across multiple series. Aesha Scott's wedding guest list represents her relationships across the Bravo world, albeit space constraints mean that not everyone can attend.
Below Deck Mediterranean’s Aesha Scott discusses wedding preparations and guest list.
Andy Cohen asked Below Deck Mediterranean's Aesha where she stood preparing for the big day. She explained that the process has gone smoothly and expressed surprise at why others find it stressful. Her professional background clearly helps with organization and coordination.
"I don't understand why people get so stressed. Maybe because I'm a chief stew," she told Cohen.
Adding:
"You just sit down and you email people and say, 'Hey, can you do my wedding?' And they say yes or no."
Aesha Scott emphasized her uncomplicated approach to the entire event. She keeps expectations simple rather than creating elaborate demands.
"I'm very simple, I'm like, noodles and curry, that's all I need," she added.
This laid-back attitude seems to have made the planning phase relatively painless. Cohen then questioned whether colleagues from various Below Deck series made the guest list. Aesha confirmed that several familiar faces will attend the ceremony. Hannah Ferrier and her husband received invitations, along with Anastasia Surmava and her spouse. Captain Sandy Yawn is coming, as are crew members Leah, Nathan, and Gael. Aesha mentioned that "a lot of people on the backend and production" also got invited. The wedding clearly represents a reunion of sorts for the yachting community she's built relationships with over the years. Cohen specifically brought up Captain Jason Chambers, whom Aesha worked with on Below Deck Down Under. She confirmed he won't be attending the celebration. The venue's 130-person capacity created constraints she couldn't work around.
"No, Jason's not coming. We can only bring 130 people. It's been tough," Aesha responded honestly.
Cohen joked that the choice didn't appear "that tough" based on her delivery. Aesha clarified her reasoning behind the selection process.
"Well, we can't bring everyone we love, and Sandy's been in my life a lot longer, so Sandy trumps," she explained.
The comment highlights how the longevity of relationships influenced her decisions. Captain Sandy has worked with Aesha Scott across multiple seasons, creating a deeper bond. Aesha handled the situation directly by calling Jason personally. She told him over the phone that space restrictions prevented her from extending an invitation. The transparent communication shows her desire to address the matter respectfully rather than leaving him to find another way.
What is Aesha Scott’s history with Captain Jason?
Aesha Scott and Jason collaborated on Below Deck Down Under from 2022 through 2024 before she joined Below Deck Mediterranean. Their professional relationship spanned two years of charter seasons, creating camaraderie between them. Despite their positive working dynamic, practical limitations forced Aesha to prioritize other relationships when finalizing her guest list.
The March 2026 wedding will bring Aesha Scott's closest connections from her personal life and Bravo career. While not everyone can attend, she's handled the difficult conversations with characteristic directness.
Below Deck Mediterranean airs Mondays at 8/7c on Bravo.