While Crystle Stewart began her career as a model, she has made stepped strong in the world of acting since entering it in 2011 with “House of Payne.” Now, the star is gaining worldwide recognition for her role as one of the leading women in Tyler Perry’s latest work, “Beauty in Black,” on Netflix.
In this sixteen-episode show, Stewart portrays Mallory, the owner of a successful business who encounters Kimmie, a young woman struggling to make ends meet after being kicked out of her house by her mother. Although they seem nothing alike, their stories suddenly become intertwined, captivating the audience as their tale unfolds.
As the model-turned-actress dazzles on the small screen, many are curious about her husband, Max Sebrechts, and what has happened since the Miss USA controversy that impacted their careers. Here’s everything known about their current relationship status.
What is going on with Crystle Stewart and Max Sebrechts in 2024?
When Crystle Stewart married Max Sebrechts in August 2014, everything seemed picture-perfect, especially when the couple welcomed a daughter in 2017. However, their paradise was shattered when a scandal hit them unexpectedly and with a significant impact.
Crystle Stewart and Max Sebrechts attend the 2019 Miss Universe Pageant at Tyler Perry Studios on December 08, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Source: Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
The trouble began in 2022, when Stewart, the national director of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA, was accused of rigging the competition for the eventual winner. Yet, the allegations of favoritism and rigging were not the most shocking part. The 2023 FX documentary “How to Fix a Pageant” further fueled the controversy, featuring former contestants who accused Sebrechts, then vice president of Miss USA, of sexual harassment.
The couple stepped down from their positions shortly after the accusations surfaced, retreating from public life. Now, as Stewart is back in the spotlight for her performance in “Beauty in Black,” Netflix viewers are recalling the scandal and wondering about the current status of their marriage.
While it’s difficult to determine the state of their relationship based on social media, some signs are telling. The two have not posted photos together since late 2023 and, even more curiously, they no longer follow each other on Instagram. Adding to the speculation, Sebrechts has not been seen accompanying Stewart during recent promotional events for her latest show, fueling rumors of a breakup.
The fact that they stopped sharing pictures around the time the Miss USA controversy erupted further supports the buzz about a possible split. It’s also possible that they’re keeping their relationship private to avoid backlash, but the absolute lack of public appearances together since the controversy is indeed unusual. We will continue to update this story if more information becomes available.
