Captain Sandy Yawn’s Surprising Alliance with Hannah Ferrier on Below Deck Med Chaos

The turnover of chief stews on ‘Below Deck Mediterranean‘ has been a hot topic. After Hannah Ferrier left the show in Season 5, there hasn’t been a permanent replacement. Captain Sandy Yawn agrees with Ferrier’s criticism, but she doesn’t have control over casting decisions.

During an interview at BravoCon, Captain Sandy discussed the issue with current chief stew Tumi Mhlongo. She acknowledged the problem but made it clear that it’s not her decision. This shows that Captain Sandy understands the show’s dynamics and the difficulties of keeping a consistent crew.

Captain Sandy’s Praise for Tumi Mhlongo

Despite the constant changes, Captain Sandy Yawn praised Tumi Mhlongo and said she would work with her again. She commended Tumi’s professionalism and ability to handle things discreetly.

As Season 8 unfolds, viewers are left wondering if Tumi will break the pattern of short-lived stews or if she will also leave after just one season.

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Adding to the intrigue, Captain Sandy’s recent appearance on ‘Watch What Happens Live’ revealed that her respect for Hannah Ferrier might be on the mend. When probed by host Andy Cohen on which former chief stews she’d be open to working with again, Captain Sandy surprisingly included Hannah in her list. This statement has opened the door to speculation about a potential professional reunion, though Hannah Ferrier has not yet responded to these developments.

The ‘Below Deck Med’ waves are ever-changing, and with Captain Sandy’s latest acknowledgments, fans are left to navigate the tides of crew dynamics and the prospects of future seasons. As the current season continues and Season 9 looms with the return of ‘Below Deck Down Under’ star Aesha Scott, the question remains: Who will take the lead as chief stew, and will Hannah Ferrier’s shadow continue to loom over the stewardess quarters?