Crystle D. Stewart celebrated the highly anticipated new season during an exclusive fashion photoshoot at Long Bay Beach Resort in the Virgin Islands. Photo: Summer Sizzle BVI

Actress and Beauty in Black star Crystle D. Stewart brought Hollywood glamour to the Virgin Islands as Celebrity Host of the 16th Annual Summer Sizzle BVI, the Caribbean’s premier fashion and lifestyle destination experience. Photo: Summer Sizzle BVI

Beauty in Black actress Crystle D. Stewart shared images and behind-the-scenes moments from her BVI experience across her social media platforms, reaching an audience of nearly 5.6 million, with more than 2.6 million unique interactions, generating significant international exposure for the destination and Summer Sizzle BVI. Photo: Summer Sizzle BVI

Fresh from the release of Season 3 of Netflix’s hit series Beauty in Black on August 26, 2026, Stewart celebrated the highly anticipated new season during an exclusive fashion photoshoot at Long Bay Beach Resort in the Virgin Islands. The editorial shoot was photographed by acclaimed New York City photographer Michael William Paul and produced by MWP Studios.

For the shoot, Stewart wore a striking look from VI designer Andrea Wilson of Islander Swim Collection, highlighting the creativity and talent emerging from the Virgin Islands.

Stewart shared images and behind-the-scenes moments from her VI experience across her social media platforms, reaching an audience of nearly 5.6 million, with more than 2.6 million unique interactions, generating significant international exposure for the destination and Summer Sizzle BVI.

Her VI experience continued with a private sailing excursion to Virgin Gorda, courtesy of Long Bay Beach Resort and guided by Speedy’s Tours, with a visit to the iconic Baths and lunch at Top of the Baths.

The VI was 'absolutely magical'- Crystle D. Stewart

“The British Virgin Islands were absolutely magical. From the fashion and photography to sailing through the islands, every moment was a celebration of beauty, creativity and positive energy. I’m so grateful to Summer Sizzle BVI for such an unforgettable experience,” said Crystle D. Stewart.

“Crystle was the perfect celebrity host for Summer Sizzle BVI,” said Terry T. Donovan, Founder and CEO of Summer Sizzle BVI. “Her star power, her connection to Beauty in Black, and her genuine appreciation for the British Virgin Islands helped bring an incredible international spotlight to the destination.”

Summer Sizzle BVI is a premier Caribbean fashion and lifestyle destination experience that brings together fashion, music, art, culture, entertainment and tourism in the Virgin Islands. Founded in 2009, the event has become a signature platform for showcasing emerging and established designers, models, creatives and international talent while helping drive destination awareness and attract overnight visitors to the BVI.

The 17th Annual Summer Sizzle BVI is scheduled for July 14–19, 2027, in the Virgin Islands.