I'm A Real-Life Professional Mermaid | HOOKED ON THE LOOK

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A REAL-LIFE mermaid has turned her passion for mythical creatures into full-time work. Elle Jimenez or 'Mermaid Elle', from Miami Beach, is a certified full-time professional mermaid and underwater performer. Growing up, Elle was fascinated by mermaids but never thought to invest in the idea until 2016 when she tried on a mermaid’s tail for the first time and dived into a world of magic. Since then, she started working in mermaid entertainment services; underwater performances and offering professional mermaid training. Elle admits that being a mermaid is not as easy as it may look: “Being a mermaid is hard. It takes a lot of work physically. It's also acting. And also this swimming aspect of it, how to swim safely.” Mermaid Elle is also an advocate for ocean conservation and strives to promote awareness on how to protect oceans with her project "Mermaid Elle #SavingTheSeas". She told Truly: “The one thing I love about mermaids is that they just represent this beautiful concept of nature and they protect their home. They protect their pod. I love the empowerment that mermaids represent and the conservation aspect of what a mermaid is. It’s a Mer Maid. It's the servant of the sea.”
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Special thanks to Nativ productions and Jeri for providing additional photography:
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/ vizziphotography
Videographer: Carlos De Varona
Producers: Rafaela Kuznec, Natalia Giorgi
Editor: Guila Bassanese
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[@pauldexteryoung]

Her kid gave such an intelligent response when asked if he believe in mermaids: I don't believe in mermaids but I believe in you ! Wow

[@RandomOutoet0000]

That’s so sweet

[@yyg4632]

sweet

[@kimmatheophilus8316]

@Paul Young I said the same thing. They are not real but he supports his mom so that's nice.

[@quit83636]

What a good answer!

[@11nica5]

I caught that too, smart n wise lil man

[@tobiaslawrence8928]

Not only is she ariel the little mermaid her husband is also Aquaman 😅😅

[@sephorasamot2896]

😂😂😂

[@khalilahd.]

😂😂😂

[@kngsteve3133]

Lol she is a mermaid but she is a real life professional fake mermaid 😂 the video title clicked baited us.

[@gabrielmoralesgonzalez6471]

Is she married to Aguaman?

[@kngsteve3133]

@@gabrielmoralesgonzalez6471 nah her husband has the Aquaman hair 🤣

[@AlleenLoveHope]

This is by far the best episode of Hooked on the Look! She's not delusional, is promoting positive messages, is passionate about the environment, and seemingly has incredibly healthy, loving relationships with her family and friends. The fact that she's stunning is just icing on the cake! I also love how she talks about the education and preparation that goes into her job!

[@kayavibes]

Exactly!! I started wondering if she was an environmental scientist at one point

[@FirstTurnYGO]

I agree 100%!

[@ilovelctr]

Precisely! I was surprised to see such an episode here. She seems to be a really lovely person.

[@natyawsp]

And the most important, she's a good mom

[@MermaidElle]

Thank you Truly and team for capturing my work so merfectly! It was a splash to work with you and hope it inspires so many others to dive in and follow their dreams! Mermaid hugs! 💙

[@joobrien1863]

This is a lovely video and as a mum of two boys your relationship with your son really shone through. He is so well spoken and obviously loved so much. I wish you all the luck for your future.

[@Naturefan354]

@@joobrien1863 True. Didn't expect to be touched by this video but I was

[@BanthaWorship]

My autistic 9y/o son is obsessed with mermaids and being a mermaid right now, I'm going to show him your videos tomorrow!

[@ivyvanderwall]

You are absolutely beautiful!

[@AzlianaLyana]

You're mer-maid-zing! All of you are so beautiful🥰🤗💖

[@katiek3396]

I adore the fact that she made a point about safety. A few years back when these were popular with kids there were a lot of issues because you really have to be a strong swimmer or train yourself to swim like that. I love it though! How fun would that be to just get to be a professional mermaid! ❤️

[@ja.lena.a]

"you really have to be a strong swimmer" Too bad because im getting it anyway :) (I wouldnt swim with a mermaid tail ofc, i cant even float by myself, i'd just be outside lounging)

[@simoneyu1546]

@@ja.lena.a fair enough

[@waterylemon6880]

I tried my friend's a long time ago. It was really hard to put on and I nearly sank to the bottom. Though I got the hang of it and was able to swim. So yes definitely agree.

[@skypaver989]

you have to learn how to dolphin kick, and some tails have a quick release method as well

[@ananse77]

All I can think of is how physically hard her job must be - swimming under water with that heavy fin without any breathing gear, while acting and being beautiful and graceful.

[@Lovagechannel]

I do this as a hobby and the tail isn't heavy in the water, but it is a bit heavy on land. The tails are designed to have neutral boyancy in the water or even float on their own. The rest is definitely work!

[@moonlitskylight5740]

Her core is strong as hell.

[@wilsontanya81]

Her husband is really Aquaman and very supportive as well as her son 🥰

[@Kane_2001]

Poseidon

[@leslie-annjones5321]

This family is so beautiful and loving,love how her son said he doesn't believe in mermaids but he believes in her awwwww, really beautiful 💜💜💚

[@julietmayes8435]

I love her son, he is so supportive. They raised him right.😭 Awesome dream job, glad you are so awesome

[@Mikedenison195]

Hello dear how’re you doing?

[@juylianostars.4956]

🌈

[@Janae2000]

5:15 wow didn’t think I’d start crying but ok She has such fortune to have such supportive men around her. She’s raising an adorable young man 😭🖤

[@wilsontanya81]

I waited til 5:15 and ur right Me2, I started to😢 cuz her son said “I believe in you”that’s the best gift a child can give say to a parent and give their parents/parents hope and inspiration.

[@kinumatsitwab3216]

This is the best episode of Hooked on the Look so far, her advocacy on saving the environment specially the ocean is heart warming.

[@jemmy924]

"I don't believe in mermaids but I believe in you" - my sentiments exactly lol. This is pretty fascinating to watch. I do like the look and the colours. Kudos to Elle and her friends👏

[@LauraLegends]

I am a real life professional couch manatee 🌊🌴

[@swesley275]

😆😆😆

[@Naturefan354]

I'm a professional beached whale 🐋

[@whathe4633]

You're a professional?!?! I'm just a typical couch manatee but would love to reach professional status!

[@adriannecouve7265]

😂

[@luciusmalfoy7778]

I'm a professional shark. You guys better watch out. 💀

[@HFXmermaid]

Lots of us professional mermaids out there! Elle is great

[@MermaidElle]

Thank you Raina! Sending lots of love 🥰

[@mikedenison121]

Hello, how’re you doing

[@Kimacho]

Today I learned mermaid means ....servant of the sea...wow.... I appreciate how this goes beyond the "look" she talks about conservative and helping the earth and its an actual career not some weird fetish ...which is awsome!

[@reginleifr7300]

I think maid is from maiden (young woman) not like a female servant

[@BKGillette]

Awwww I love this little family! I love that her son has embraced his mama's creative (and lucrative!) performance art and I love that her bf is so supportive and kind. And I love that she is bringing attention to a worthy cause! ❤️ Great job keep it up! ❤️

[@erikaravnsborg2210]

She is the very picture of a mermaid. More power to her!

[@timothybrown6988]

She is truly incredible. I know that her job is hard.

[@Zee-ob1pe]

She looks so pretty as a mermaid 🧜‍♀️

[@yogiglen]

And her husband looks like aquaman. What a Perfect Couple!🧜‍♂️🧜

[@nicoleluna31]

For somebody who can’t swim (me) I love mermaids so much ,My ultimate favorite episode of truly me!

[@justfit71]

Take a swimming class, it is never too late.

[@ja.lena.a]

sameee

[@oranjmusemeyer968]

Maid means youthful beautiful woman, not actual maid like a servant. You have to remember the time period the term was coined by sailors.

[@khalilahd.]

She’s living out my childhood dreams 😅 this had to be the cooles my job 💜

[@annalucy89]

What a well raised kid! So adorable. These people are clearly great parents and I think she's definitely teaching her son that he can be whatever he wants as long as it's safe and I think that's great! PLUS she's trying to save the ocean! that is very admirable! 😊And I think she looks absolutely beautiful in all that mermaid get up!🥰

[@theheartoftexastv]

Been following her for years. And I remember her baby boy was a toddler. Oh goodness. How time flies. What a cool job.

[@tinahochstetler2189]

"MerMomma." I'm crying! Mommies are the most special people, ever! My Mom was my best friend too, and always will be. I miss her so much!

[@ilovelctr]

I'm surprised to see such a healthy and positive episode on Hooked on the Look. She's an elegant performer and delivers beautiful performances to lighten the mood of her audience. And she's not into any body modification and doesn't detach herself from the society. I love her makeup too, which is tastefully done.

[@thatmermaidbarb]

this is so interesting because people often think it isnt a serious career

[@deannaalbert672]

They also think it's easy when it really isn't.

[@emmaannavlogs9214]

this is my childhood dream. the ocean is magical and beautiful!

[@LadyInner24]

When her son said: “I do believe in you” My heart sank. That was lovely!

[@KYLOWW]

Love the positive energy from the family its awesome.

[@girlfromgermany]

Wow, fantastic! I knew that there are hobby mermaids, but doing it as a job and telling people about the environment and how to protect it, is really awesome! 💖

[@roihandayani9339]

So far, the best from Hook on the Look, positive message, positive people, positive action ❤️

[@nalz561]

no matter how old i am i WILL for ever LOVE mermaids. ✨PERIOD...✨

[@TheMagicCrafter]

Yoooo I know that lady! Elle, you rock This interview was phenomenal 🥳🖤

[@cheetahtfk7274]

I absolutely adore this concept! Everything about a mermaid is just so soothing and nostalgic to me.

[@Ab-gx1qp]

It's so cute how she's touched because her son tells he thinks her mermaid tails are cool 🤗🤗

[@louisebuck91]

She's literally living my childhood fantasy!

[@11nica5]

Creative expression is one of the biggest gifts in this world. She’s living to the fullest

[@crimsonrose5594]

I think it's beyond awesome! This lady is doing her dream job. Her costumes are totally amazing. Mermaids are the bomb!! 😃😃😃😃❤❤❤❤❤

[@SevenTailedWolf72]

You are never too old to love mermaids. She has a lovely family. Her son is so adorable!

[@justmy2abelincolns272]

What a group of refreshing people. Love it.

[@rlj1487]

By far one of my favorite hooked on the look stories ❤️

[@AnzuMiruku]

Yay Elle! 🥰 I’ve been following her journey for a couple years now! She’s so lovely in every way. 💖

[@JMarta]

One of the coolest jobs! 😍 Speaking for the ocean and advocate about safety when diving. Really inspiring!💞

[@NerdmaidFaith]

Being a mermaid is one of the best hobbies/professions that combine so many talents and passions!

[@jeanielowe3246]

She has a beautiful heart. Such an inspiration she is especially with her positivity 😊

[@laurenschenck5355]

She is so beautiful and amazing inspiring remarkable mermaid and so strong passionate loving caring loving positive xoxo course and bravery and making a difference in the world save oceans xoxo 😘

[@JamilaColeman]

They are such a beautiful family and their love for each other is magical

[@AIBot929]

I like this. I wanted to be a mermaid as a kid, and def had a mermaid swim style which I actually didn't notice until people pointed it out. I did it for some long that it just is the way I swim lol

[@paulahawthorne5217]

She's so beautiful and I love that she's so protective of the ocean and uses this platform to help with conservation efforts.

[@LurkingintheShadows_1]

I know nobody asked A few days ago, I have visited the ocean park, whereas me and my family were exploring the aquarium then I saw people performing as mermaids, it was insanely cool!

[@senihani6634]

People who can perform underwater are just AMAZING and MESMERIZING

[@mariellebraz]

This put a smile on My face ! 💗💕💖 what a beautiful family 💝💝💝 simply magical

[@mareir]

She's such a light!

[@sylwia7060]

This is giving me life💚

[@mai_561]

Her child is amazing. So so sweet.

[@dewshine3359]

Aww, this is so wholesome!❤❤❤

[@aaliyahrosado7365]

They're so beautiful, I love mermaids.

[@WeirdBrandi]

This is so cool! I just love that gold crown!

[@fatimapina811]

We can all agree that they never disappoint us with their content 💗💗💗

[@Ayylien_]

definitely not

[@user-sk9bx8st5o]

Sometimes they do

[@eugenietremblay]

@@user-sk9bx8st5o 🤣🤣🤣

[@Stephanie-le4dy]

What a beautiful family!! God Bless!

[@leahrae4673]

Aweeee Mom: Do you believe in mermaids now? Son: No, but I do believe in you 🥰 EXCUSE ME WELL MY HEART IS MELTING ❤️

[@uriblink8614]

Just- how can you see underwater without using any goggles 😭😭

[@jionniandmiachannel8827]

She works really hard and I love all her looks

[@natashalaurentia2763]

Mermaids is not easy to done as well, the skill to swim when your legs being tied together... She truly is amazing!

[@catloverkawaii1000]

This was really great to watch I would love to be one! She slayed that fin though 🧜‍♀️

[@shanabenjamin8945]

Thank you!! You are amazing 👏

[@leannseip1625]

I like how you care about the ocean and the clutter in the ocean 🌊.

[@liamthetranskid1263]

Nah tho these people don’t get payed enough tho like this is a full on commitment

[@JJs_playground]

I thought this was going to be a lot of fluff and very superficial. But I was surprised, she took safety very seriously and is bringing attention to ocean conservation efforts. Like oceancleanup. This was a great piece.

[@internetv4mpire254]

1:17 this video is gorgeous omg

[@bxverax]

Great episode!

[@jenceepooh4520]

Her son was really Sweet and supportive of his mom's mermaid obsession 😆

[@ivanmedarev3902]

this is the coolest thing which I ever heard

[@rush8823]

I could watch this all day, so beautiful..

[@kathrynharring8270]

I used to pretend I was a mermaid and bound my legs together with a pool ring on my ankles. I was a really strong swimmer and it was soooo hard I never went deeper than 5 feet because I wanted to make sure I could come up for air. The sheer amount of physicality to do this is amazing.

[@Mikedenison195]

Hello dear how’re you doing?

[@lilajane7820]

Her live seems so great honestly…

[@missjasmine3366]

Her costumes are gorgeous! Awww...her son is so sweet.

[@jennic.548]

So pretty. Thank you for sharing.

[@meetbils]

Elle is the kind-hearted mermaid I've ever seen :')

[@dysmissme7343]

I just want to say that that is such a great kid 💜 He’s so thoughtful and careful with his words

[@diondrabrown8971]

I freaking looooovvvveee her. Fr fan for life

[@He2New]

Her kid gave very smart responses. 👍🏽💯

[@somerandomvertebrate9262]

What happy lives some human beings are able to live.

[@SimplyyMelanie]

The most probable situation at school: Teacher : OK class we’re gonna be sharing what are parents all work as! Student1: my dad is a doctor Student2: my mom is a lawyer Student3: my dad is a psychiatrist Him: my mom is a mermaid

[@roccigiovanniberrini]

Truly will do a strory on anything

[@myahollandia3552]

I find this very fascinating and gorgeous

[@watchinvidzwatchinvidz7691]

She's so smart.

[@dingerstudios1518]

Amazing! She is soooo COOL!

[@frostqueen2024]

Omg love it!!!!!! 🧜🧜‍♀️🧜‍♂️🧜🧜‍♀️🧜‍♂️🧜🧜‍♀️🧜‍♂️

[@emma24ism]

It does make me smile

[@shoshieboo]

Enchanting!

[@deanna4519]

This has been my dream job since I was a kid. You have no idea💀😘. The fact that this is even a reality for some people astonishes me. A girl can dream right?

[@1Charioteer]

Super cool. ❤️❤️❤️

[@TrookieNL]

So cool ❤️

[@janellebaker2621]

These girls are magical.

[@titili635]

So sweet... I like what she does very much 😍😍😍😍

[@Kermit_Da_frog916]

Wow! I would love this job

[@Sara95M]

This is so beautiful, my childhood dream.