Zatima, the popular spinoff of Sistas, has kept fans hooked with its drama, steamy romance, and powerful performances. While we love watching these characters manage their relationships on screen, their real-life love stories are just as fascinating. Let’s dive into the personal lives of the Zatima Season 4 cast and their real-life partners.
Chrystal Renee Hayslett (Fatima)

The stunning Chrystal Renee Hayslett, who portrays Fatima, turned 42 on October 18. Hailing from Martin, Tennessee, she initially worked on Capitol Hill before chasing her acting dreams in Atlanta. Before stepping into the limelight, she worked as a costume designer for Tyler Perry’s productions, and fate took a turn when Perry cast her as Fatima in Sistas. Her chemistry with Tyler Perry has fueled speculation about a romance between them, but both deny any such relationship. Currently, Chrystal appears to be single and focused on her career. She also runs a podcast, Keep It Personal, Sweetie, which aims to empower women.
Devale Ellis (Zac)

Brooklyn-born Devale Ellis, who plays Zac, turned 40 on April 2. Before acting, he was an NFL player, briefly playing for the Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns. His role in Sistas and Zatima became his big break in acting. In real life, Devale is a devoted husband to Kadeem Ellis, and they are set to celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary on July 4 next year. The couple, who started dating during his football days, share four sons—Jackson (13), Cairo (8), Cass (7), and Dakota (3). Their journey is documented on their YouTube channel, The Ellises, where they share family vlogs and relationship insights.
Trinity Whiteside (Preston)

At 42, Trinity Whiteside remains a fan favorite. Born in Asheville, North Carolina, many are surprised to learn he is of African-American descent. As a child, he was recognized as intellectually gifted, scoring in the top 8% of students nationwide. In his personal life, Trinity has been happily married to his wife, Nikki, for 22 years. Nikki encouraged him to pursue acting, and the couple shares three children: Micaa (25), Nicholas (22), and Sky (16). They currently reside in Atlanta, balancing their busy careers with family life.
Guyviaud Joseph (Tony)

Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, 41-year-old Guyviaud Joseph originally pursued business at Penn State and worked as an account executive at CBS before transitioning into acting. His personal life has been quite eventful—after dating for five years, he proposed to his girlfriend, E. Henderson, last April. In May, they welcomed their daughter, Zoe, after struggling with failed IVF attempts. In addition to acting, he and his fiancée run Isle of Spicy Moss, a business supplying sea moss superfoods.
Danielle LaRoach (Belinda)

Danielle LaRoach, 32, is a true multi-talent. Born in Metairie, Louisiana, she’s not just an actress—she also dances, plays the violin, and has had her artwork displayed at the Louisiana Art Museum. For the past two years, she has been in a relationship with Angelo Diaz, a Cuban-Ethiopian actor and former US Marine combat medic. Best known for his role on ATL Homicide, Angelo and Danielle are now engaged and welcomed their baby boy last year.
Redaric Williams (Paul)

Redaric Williams, 43, was born in Boski, Michigan, but trained in London before settling in New York City. While he is best known for Double Cross, his chemistry with co-star Judy Johnson has led fans to speculate about a real-life romance—though Judy is already married. Redaric remains notoriously private about his love life, though he briefly dated influencer Sara Langa four years ago. However, all traces of their romance have since disappeared from social media.
Nzinga Imani (Angela)

Nzinga Imani, 33, was born in Queens, New York, and raised in Atlanta. Before making her mark as an actress, she gained fame as a plus-size model and even founded her own clothing brand, Nimani, which specializes in stylish outfits for curvy women. She previously dated actor and exotic dancer Jeremy Williams, whom she met in 2021 on the set of All the Queen’s Men, but the two seem to have split, as she has removed all their pictures from social media. As of now, she appears to be single.
Remington Hoffman (Bryce)

Remington Hoffman, 36, grew up in Santa Cruz, California, and has been making waves in Hollywood. He has played Lee Shin on Days of Our Lives for four years. His personal life took many by surprise when, in April 2022, he announced that he and his wife were expecting a child—shocking fans who didn’t even know he was married! It turns out he secretly wed Swedish actress and filmmaker Ida Barland four years ago during the pandemic. The couple now has a two-year-old daughter.
Final Thoughts
The Zatima cast isn’t just talented on screen—their real lives are just as compelling! From longtime marriages to secret weddings and thriving businesses, their stories are full of inspiration, romance, and surprises. Which couple’s story surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!
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