Below Deck's Nathan Gallagher Faces Domestic Violence Charges in Sydney

The reality star's legal troubles emerge amid ongoing season.

Told by Claire Lawson · 23 August 2026

Nathan Gallagher, known for his role in Below Deck Mediterranean, now finds himself in serious legal trouble following charges related to an alleged domestic violence incident in December 2025. The arrest occurred on December 27 after police reported Gallagher had assaulted a 29-year-old woman at a Sydney apartment complex on Boxing Day.

He faces multiple charges, including assault occasioning actual bodily harm, intentionally choking a person without consent, and common assault. Gallagher has been granted conditional bail, but the exact nature of his plea to these charges remains unclear. Notably, the police memo does not identify the woman involved; however, reports indicate that a related Apprehended Violence Application (AVO) has been filed on behalf of fellow Below Deck cast member Gael Cameron, with whom Gallagher shares a young son.

In New South Wales, an AVO serves to protect individuals who fear violence or harassment, but it does not imply any criminal findings. A hearing regarding this AVO is set for September 1, adding to the scrutiny surrounding Gallagher as his latest season of Below Deck Mediterranean continues to air in the US. Bravo, the network behind the series, has yet to comment on the situation, leaving fans and followers with more questions than answers as the drama unfolds both on-screen and off.