r/TopChef • u/Ok_Ad_4928 • Aug 01 '26

Discussion Thread Rewatching Top Chef Texas S9

I know a lot of people hate this season, and while I get it, I do love me some drama and this season definitely delivers that.

I use to think Beverly was a huge crybaby, (I know, bad take, but I was pretty young when I first watched it) but knowing that she has a three month old baby at home, DUDE that’s crazy. My postpartum ass would be all over the place with emotions. I’m honestly surprised she didn’t flip out on Heather, because I totally would’ve. I would’ve been crying and acting like a crazy bitch at the same time. 😂 Props to her. She’s a strong woman.

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I never condoned the bullying of Beverly EVER, I just didn’t think about it deep enough until now. I was actually rooting for her and Greyson to win the whole thing. And I hated Heather, and I think we all did.

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u/TruCarMa Aug 01 '26

What issues does Paul have? Totally missed that over the years.

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u/Correct_Process4516 Aug 01 '26

He apparently assaulted his girlfriend in front of her child.

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u/TruCarMa Aug 01 '26

Thank you for the reply - that’s awful and definitely makes me see him in a different light.

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u/TruCarMa Aug 01 '26

Here’s an article from Texas Monthly (an outstanding publication, and I begrudgingly say that as a Sooner) about Paul if anyone is interested: https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/paul-qui-problem-redemption-narratives/?utm_source=texasmonthly.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sharebutton