GLOUCESTER, Mass. - They don't seem like television stars.
Seven tired, salty fisherman slunk down at a table, debating the next day's weather in thick Boston accents.
"Early, 2 a.m. could be best to head out to the boat. But - Ah!" Captain Paul Hebert yells, accidentally snapping a photo with his iPhone, flash beaming bright. "I just learned to use this thing. All I want is the weather."
The fishermen never expected to be in the spotlight, and it's obvious by their disheveled appearance and harsh language – not the picture of Hollywood glamour. But the rough-handed, sunburned men are the stars of National Geographic Channel's highly-rated series, Wicked Tuna.
The show, which follows commercial fishermen as they fish for lucrative bluefin tuna, has captured the attention of fishermen and reality-TV fans across the nation. The show is back for a third season Sunday at 9 p.m. ET/PT and there's a lot at stake.
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