Crystal Renee Hayslett was born on October 18, 1981, in Martin, Tennessee and her zodiac sign is Libra. The actor and costume designer is best known for her role in Tyler Perry’s dramedy series ‘Sistas’ which premiered in 2019. She is also notable for her work as a stylist in films such as “Young Dylan” (2020) and “Nobody’s Fool” (2018). She began her acting career by appearing in school plays and community theater shows. At the age of 12, she was found by talent agents and received her big break. We are excited to celebrate her special day right here.
Fast Facts
Full Name:
Crystal Renee Hayslett
Nickname:
Fatima
Birth date:
October 18, 1981
Age:
42 years, 6 months
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
Height:
5' 5"
Relationship Status:
Single
Net Worth:
$2.0 million
Background
Crystal Hayslett has been a fashion lover since she was a kid. There wasn’t a mall in Martin, Tennessee, so her family would have to travel to shop. She stayed abreast with fashion trends by watching TV shows like “The Fresh Prince of Bel-air,” “A Different World,” and “106 & Park.” She also read magazines like “Elle, Ebony, Vibe, Jet, and Word Up!Hayslett studied at the University of Tennessee and once she was done with her studies, she found work at a local boutique. She left Washington, D.C. in 2009 and moved to Atlanta to pursue music and acting. The music went pretty well for her at first, but she started hitting roadblocks. She found trouble looking for a good production team, trying to get closer to a good deal. She was performing and doing shows around the city, and her friend, who was her stylist, complimented her on her good fashion sense. She encouraged her to seek out a stylist opportunity, and she finally got a job at Tyler Perry Studios as a production assistant in 2012. Crystal worked in the costume department and was promoted after two years to become the studio’s costume designer as well as Tyler Perry’s personal stylist.Under Perry’s constant watch and wing, the Tennessee native was given full support to become a consultant producer and a guest star in his most recent hit series, BET’s “Sistas.” She began airing on October 23, 2019, and she portrayed the role of Fatima in the comedy-drama. She has also worked as a stylist on Tyler Perry’s film “Acrimony,” as well as “Young Dylan” (2020), “Nobody’s Fool” (2018), “Boo! A Madea Halloween” (2016), “The Haves and the Have Nots” (2013), and “The Paynes” (2018), to mention a few. Besides being a costume designer and an actress, Hayslett is also a producer as well as an executive director.
Career timeline
Hayslett gets a job at Tyler Perry Studios as a production assistant.
Still at the Tyler Perry Studios Hayslett is promoted and becomes the studio’s costume designer and personal stylist to Tyler Perry.
She earns a guest star role in Tyler Perry's latest hit show, ‘Sistas,’ on BET.
Hayslett has her first speaking role in Matthew Cherry’s 2011 short film “This Time.”
Crystal Hayslett FAQs
Is Crystal Hayslett a mum?
No, Hayslett does not have any children.
Is Crystal Hayslett college educated?
Yes, she is. She has an undergraduate degree in Mass Communication from the University of Tennessee.
Does Crystal Hayslett have siblings?
It is not clear if she does or not. Hayslett has kept her background very private and little is known about her parents or her siblings (if she has any.)
5 Surprising Facts
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She was into politics
It might be surprising to know that Hayslett worked at Capitol Hill for a little while before moving to Atlanta.
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Her favorite color
Her favorite color is white.
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Her role as Fatima wasn't planned
During an interview with “Essence,” Hayslett narrated how Fatima wasn’t even a character in the show, but after showing Tyler Perry what she could do, he made a part for her, and, luckily, she has now become a series regular.
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She loves to exercise
She enjoys staying active in a variety of ways, including hiking and lifting weights.
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She loves cooking
Even though her schedule can get pretty busy, she still finds time to get in the kitchen and has admitted to having some fun projects on the way.
Why We Love Crystal Hayslett
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She takes her religion seriously
Hayslett hasn't revealed much about her religious beliefs, but we do know that she is a Christian, and her faith in God plays a significant role in her life. She attributes her current level of success to God, and she prays for even more in the future.
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She understands the importance of patience
Hayslett has had a difficult time navigating the entertainment industry. It took her 10 years from the time she moved to Atlanta to get the part in ‘Sistas.’ We love that she never lost hope.
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She is inspiring
Hayslett has a manifestation exercise called ‘The Envelope Method. How it works is you write a letter to yourself to read at the end of the year as though all of your dreams and visions have come true. It helps her monitor her progress on starting certain projects, finishing things she's been working on, and making the changes she wants to make.
Crystal Hayslett’s birthday dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | October 18 | Tuesday |
| 2023 | October 18 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | October 18 | Friday |
| 2025 | October 18 | Saturday |
| 2026 | October 18 | Sunday |
