Crystle Lightning, a distinguished and accomplished actress, has earned numerous accolades, including the Canadian Screen Award for "Best Actress in a Drama Series" in 2021. As a proud Indigenous woman from the Enoch Cree Nation in Alberta, Canada, she has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry since her early start at the tender age of nine.
Her impressive film and television credits include notable roles in "Yellowstone" on Paramount+, "Outlander" on Starz, "Trickster" ( lead)series on The CW, "The Good Doctor" on ABC, "Rutherford Falls" on Peacock, "Ghosts" (recurring) on CBS, and the highly acclaimed "Three Pines" on Amazon Prime TV, which currently holds the top spot on the platform. This year, audiences can look forward to seeing Lightning in "Spirit Rangers" on Netflix, "Mary Margaret Road Grader" directed by Steven Paul Judd, "Fancy Dance" directed by Erica Tremblay, and "Bass Reeves" on Paramount+.
In addition to her acting endeavors, Lightning is also a talented musician and co-creator of the hit musical "BEAR GREASE," an Indigenous twist on the classic 1978 film "Grease," which marks her directorial debut. This innovative production showcases her versatility and creativity as an artist.
As a hip-hop recording artist, Lightning is a member of the award-winning group "LightningCloud" and has won several competitions, including Power 106's "Who's Next?" and Hot 97's "Battle for the Best." She has also collaborated with renowned artists such as Cypress Hill and Timbaland, and has toured with legendary performers like Kendrick Lamar, Asap Rocky, and Nicki Minaj.
Now, Crystle Lightning resides in Treaty 6, Alberta, with her husband, son, and three dogs, surrounded by the beauty and culture of her Indigenous heritage.
