In a shocking turn of events, Marina Anderson, the visionary behind the iconic underwater mermaid shows at Fort Lauderdale's Wreck Bar, along with her pod of 16 mermaids and mermen, has been abruptly fired. The decision has left loyal fans reeling and questioning the future of the beloved spectacle that has entertained audiences for nearly two decades. Anderson, who pioneered the mermaid shows at Wreck Bar in the early 2000s, expressed her shock and disappointment, stating that she and her team were given the typical corporate explanation of "going in a different direction." Despite her willingness to comply with management's requests, including obtaining insurance for the performers, Anderson found herself ousted from the production she had dedicated her life to. The void left by Anderson's departure has been swiftly filled by the Coral Reef Mermaids, a separate group that began performing at Wreck Bar in 2022. However, fans of Anderson and her pod have expressed their discontent on social media, with some vowing not to return to the bar until Anderson and her crew are reinstated. One fan said, “You just WRECKED your bar by firing MeduSirena Marina and her crew.” As Anderson and her pod grapple with their sudden dismissal, questions linger about the future of the mermaid shows. While some, like merman Boaz Even-Haor, contemplate alternative venues, Even-Haor, plans to return to Fort Lauderdale, despite no longer being part of the show. For Anderson, the road ahead is uncertain. #Queer Up South Florida & Florida