Crystal Mantecon

Crystal Mantecon is a talented actress known for her performance in the film *The Waiter* (2010), where she showcased her skills in both classic Iraqi Arabic and English, infused with an Iraqi accent.

An accomplished individual, Mantecon was recognized as a National Merit Scholar and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in International Business and Marketing from the University of Oklahoma, benefiting from a full academic scholarship. During her time at the university, she played a pivotal role as treasurer of the OU Film Society and served as a liaison for the Women’s Outreach Center. Mantecon is also a proud member of the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity and the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity.

Her passion for the arts began early; she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas, where she majored in music with an emphasis on vocal performance.

Of Cuban and Mexican heritage, Mantecon is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of audiences. With her rich cultural background and dedication to her craft, Crystal Mantecon continues to make strides in the entertainment industry.