Chanelle "Chanel" Haynes (born December 31, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of the gospel girl group Trin-i-tee 5:7, one of the most successful contemporary gospel acts of their era.Trin-i-tee 5:7 | Biography & History. All Music Guide. Retrieved on August 23, 2018
After the group disbanded, Haynes released her debut solo album, Trin-i-tee 5:7 According to Chanel (2014), which debuted at number twenty-five on the Billboard's Top Gospel Albums chart. Following the release of her solo album, Haynes pursued an acting career. In 2021, Haynes portrayed Tina Turner in the West End theatre production of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.Chanel Haynes Theatre Credits. About the Artists. Retrieved on November 4, 2023
Early life Chanelle Haynes was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana.Trin-i-tee 5:7: Spiritual Love Affair. Cross Rhythms. Retrieved on August 24, 2018 Haynes participated in local singing competitions, often competing against her childhood friend and future group member Angel Taylor. In 1993, Haynes performed on Star Search.Chanel Haynes - Praise Philly. Praise Philly. Retrieved on November 4, 2023 Kenneth Grant, a New Orleans–based entrepreneur and businessman, decided to put together a group. After hearing Haynes perform at his church Greater St. Stephen FGBC, Grant added her to his forthcoming group along with Angel Taylor and local singer Terri Brown. The ladies took on the group name "Trin-i-tee 5:7" based on 1 John 5:7 biblical scripture that refers to the Trinity. Managed by Kenneth Grant, the group secured a recording contract with GospoCentric Records in 1997.
Career 1998–2012: Trin-i-tee 5:7
Trin-i-tee 5:7 released their self-titled debut album in the United States on July 14, 1998, which peaked number one on the Billboard's Top Gospel Albums chart.Trin-i-tee 5:7 Chart History. Billboard. Retrieved on August 23, 2018 The album sold over seven hundred-thousand copies in the United States, becoming certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).Gold & Platinum Database Search > Trin-i-tee 5:7. Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved on August 23, 2018 The album's lead single, "God's Grace", reached number six on the Billboard Adult R&B Songs and number thirty-two on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay. The group received five Stellar Award nominations, winning New Artist of the Year.Trin-i-tee 5:7 at Christian Music. Christian Music. Retrieved on August 23, 2018 The group continued their success with their success with the follow-up album Spiritual Love in 1999. After the release of their third album The Kiss, the group took a hiatus.
In 2007, the group reformed and released their fourth album T57, which won two Dove Awards and was nominated for a Grammy Award.Spirit Rising Music's Trin-i-tee 5:7 Wins two GMA Dove Awards Retrieved April 24, 2008 They released their first Christmas album, Love, Peace, Joy at Christmas, on October 26, 2009. On May 31, 2011, Trin-i-tee 5:7 released their sixth studio album Angel & Chanelle.Angel & Chanelle - Trin-i-tee 5:7. All Music Guide. Retrieved on August 24, 2018 The album became their highest-charting album on Billboard'''s Top 200 chart, peaking at number twenty and number one the Gospel Albums chart.
In 2012, the group disbanded to focus on solo careers. Trin-i-tee 5:7 has sold more than 2.5 million records worldwide to date, and is recognized as one of the most successful contemporary gospel acts of their era.
2013–2014: Trin-i-tee 5:7 According to Chanel In September 2013, Haynes released her first solo single "Believe". The single peaked nineteen on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs chart.Chanel Chart History. Billboard. Retrieved on August 24, 2018 In June 2014, Haynes released her debut solo album Trin-i-tee 5:7 According to Chanel on her own independent recording label Obsidian Records. The album peaked at twenty-five on Billboard's Top Gospel Albums chart.Chanel (Biography). AllMusic. Retrieved on November 4, 2023 In August 2014, the album's second single "Repay" peaked at twenty-six on the Gospel Airplay chart.
2015–2022: Theatre and acting debut In July 2015, Haynes made her acting debut in Zach Theatre's musical revue Sophisticated Ladies. In November 2015, she appeared in Zach Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol. In 2016, she appeared as part of the diva ensemble in Zach Theatre's musical production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.American Theatre priscilla-queen-of-the-desert_zach-theatre. American Theatre. Retrieved on November 4, 2023 In April 2017, Haynes starred as Billie Holiday in Zach Theatre's Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. Her performance won "Best Leading Actress in a Musical" at the B. Iden Payne Awards in 2018.
In 2020, Haynes auditioned for the role of Tina Turner in the Broadway production of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical but did not receive the role. She later auditioned for the lead role in the West End UK production and secured the role.Chanel Haynes Credits (Broadway World). Broadway World. Retrieved on November 4, 2023 Her performance garnered positive reviews. In December 2021, Haynes appeared on British music competition television series Walk the Line. In June 2022, Haynes performed "Gimme Shelter" alongside The Rolling Stones during their concert in Milan, Italy.
Since 2023: Touring with The Rolling Stones In 2023, Haynes began touring as a backup vocalist for The Rolling Stones during their Hackney Diamonds Tour.The Rolling Stones & Lady Gaga – Sweet Sounds Of Heaven (Live from Racket NYC). YouTube. Retrieved on November 4, 2023 The New York Times'' considered her the "breakout star" of the band's May 23, 2024 show at MetLife Stadium.
Philanthropy After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Haynes co-founded the Trin-i-tee 5:7 Ambassador of Hope and Triumph Campaign to provide financial assistance to the colleges, hospitals, businesses, and churches.Trin-i-tee 5:7: Back With A New Album and Attitude. Essence. Retrieved on August 24, 2018 In addition to financial assistance, Haynes also donated her personal time to help uplift the hurricane victims' spirits. In 2008, Haynes took the campaign to Sacramento and Los Angeles, California, and Houston, Texas.
Personal life In 2013, Haynes married Gregory Schwartz. On February 18, 2018, Haynes gave birth to their first child, Alexander von Schwartz.Chanel Haynes Schwartz on Instagram: "Alexander Von Schwartz. Feb. 16, 2018 A.D.". Instagram. Retrieved on October 4, 2018
Discography Studio albums + List of studio albums, with selected chart positions Title Album details Peak chart positionsUSGospelTrin-i-tee 5:7 According to Chanel Released: June 17, 2014
CD, digital download 25
Singles TitleYearChart positionsAlbum USGospel "Believe"2013 19 Trin-i-tee 5:7 According to Chanel "Repay"2014 25
Theatre + List of acting performances in theatre Title Year Role Notes Ref. Sophisticated Ladies 2015 The Soubrette Supporting role A Christmas Carol 2015–2017 Mrs. Gilchrist Supporting rolePriscilla, Queen of the Desert 2016–2017 Diva ensemble Supporting roleLady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill 2017 Billie Holiday Lead roleTina: The Tina Turner Musical 2021–2022 Tina Turner Lead role
Awards and nominations
Year Association Category Work Result2018B. Iden Payne Awards Best Leading Actress in a Musical "Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill"
References
External links