Bugsy Drake

Widely known for her role as Chief Stew on Bravo’s Below

Deck Med, Christine “Bugsy” Drake, can be seen dazzling

luxury yacht guests with her signature table scapes and

over-the-top theme parties. The self-proclaimed “Queen of

Theme” possesses a personal style that often embellishes

on her table decor and almost always includes large hoop

earrings with her infamous barrettes.

Bugsy strikes a balance of firebrand with class & dignity. Born

in South Africa, she is a seasoned yachtie, pronounced “yot

– tee”, having joined the floating hospitality world in 2013.

Since then, she has sailed around the world entertaining the

rich (and sometimes famous) on some of the finest luxury

yachts. She brings a unique combination of professionalism,

elegance, and spunk to each charter. On top of all the glitz

and glamor, Bugsy has learned to ‘smile and wave’ so much

that her smile lines have become permanent, yet unwanted

fixtures on her face.

While her passion for hospitality includes an authentic love for elaborate

table settings & over-the-top theme parties (cue ridiculous costumes),

Bugsy knows no bounds with experiences ranging from craning

thousands of dollars’ worth of ice sculptures onto a boat in the middle of

a hot St. Tropez summer to Q-tipping an entire bedroom clean.

Bugsy lives her life on the ethos of kindness. Her authentic positivity

shines through in hopes of bringing happiness to everyone. Back

at sea, the young entrepreneur is currently working on sharing her

magnificent table scapes & entertaining tips in her upcoming book.

She has a Bachelor of Arts & Honors Degree in Film & Media from AFDA University, in South Africa.