Below Deck star Kate Chastain recently made a playful remark about her longtime friend and co-star Ben Robinson following his split from Kiara Cabral. Kate, 41, humorously suggested that she should “screen” Ben’s next girlfriend, highlighting the strong bond the two have maintained over the years.
Ben Robinson’s Breakup Announcement
On September 16, Ben Robinson, 43, took to Instagram to share that he and Kiara Cabral, 30, had ended their engagement after over three years. In a heartfelt post, Ben explained that they mutually decided to go their separate ways, though he did not detail the reasons behind the split. “We have decided to go our separate ways, and I think that this is the best decision for both of us,” he wrote, thanking his friends and family for their support during the difficult time.
Kate Chastain’s Response
In response to Ben’s announcement, Kate Chastain jokingly commented, “Maybe I should screen your next partner for you. Being a stepmom isn’t easy.” The lighthearted comment resonated with fans, who have long enjoyed the friendly banter between Kate and Ben, who dated briefly from 2014 to 2015 during their time on Below Deck.
Kate, who is now a single mother to her 16-month-old son Sullivan, has previously dealt with rumours that Ben was the father of her child. These rumours intensified after Us Weekly broke the news of Ben’s engagement with Kiara. However, Kate Chastain shut down the speculation with her characteristic humour, joking on social media, “For reference, this is Ben as a baby next to Sullivan. Not related.”
While never directly addressing the paternity, Ben has supported Kate Chastain’s journey as a mother. In an April 2023 Instagram post, he congratulated her on her pregnancy, writing, “I am so proud of who you have become and the mother you will soon be.”
Despite their past romantic involvement, Kate Chastain and Ben have remained close friends, often poking fun at each other online. Kate Chastain’s recent comment about screening Ben’s future girlfriends is the latest example of their playful dynamic.
As Kate Chastain continues to navigate motherhood and Ben moves forward after his breakup, the duo’s friendship remains strong, much to the delight of Below Deck fans.
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