Laya DeLeon Hayes is a young and talented actress who plays the role of Delilah McCall, the daughter of Queen Latifah’s character Robyn McCall, on the CBS series The Equalizer. The show, which is a reboot of the 1980s classic, follows Robyn, a former CIA operative who uses her skills to help those in need. Delilah, on the other hand, is a rebellious teenager who struggles to cope with her mother’s secret life and the death of her friend.
Many fans of the show have wondered if Laya and Queen Latifah have any real-life connection, given their strong chemistry and resemblance on screen. Are they related by blood or by marriage? Or are they just good friends and co-stars? Here’s what we know about their relationship.
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According to their official biographies, Laya and Queen Latifah have no familial ties. Laya was born on June 22, 2004, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Gina and Kevin Hayes. She has a mixed heritage of Filipino and African American. She grew up in Grand Prairie, Texas, where she developed a passion for acting and singing. She moved to Los Angeles with her family when she was nine years old to pursue her career.
Queen Latifah, whose real name is Dana Elaine Owens, was born on March 18, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, to Rita and Lancelot Owens. She has an older brother named Lancelot Jr., who died in a motorcycle accident in 1992. She adopted the stage name Queen Latifah, meaning “delicate and sensitive” in Arabic, when she was a teenager. She rose to fame as a rapper, singer, and actress, winning various awards and accolades for her work.
They have a close and supportive bond as co-stars
Although they are not related by blood or by marriage, Laya and Queen Latifah have formed a close and supportive bond as co-stars on The Equalizer. Laya has expressed her admiration and gratitude for working with Queen Latifah, whom she considers a mentor and an inspiration.
In an interview with Parade.com, Laya said that Queen Latifah is “a powerhouse” and “a legend” who has taught her a lot about acting and life. She also said that they have fun on set and that Queen Latifah is always singing and humming.
In another interview with PEOPLE, Laya said that Queen Latifah is “a great person to work with” and that they have “a really great relationship.” She also said that Queen Latifah is “very supportive” and “very encouraging” of her.
Queen Latifah has also praised Laya for her talent and maturity. In an interview with CBS Local, Queen Latifah said that Laya is “an incredible actress” who can handle any scene. She also said that Laya is “wise beyond her years” and that she treats her like a daughter.
Laya and Queen Latifah may not be related by blood or by marriage, but they do share some similarities in their careers. Both of them started out as singers before venturing into acting. Both of them have also done voice-over work for animated shows and movies.
Laya began her career as a singer when she was five years old. She performed at various events and competitions, including the Apollo Theater in New York City. She also released two singles, “We Run This” and “What Christmas Means to Me,” in 2016.
Queen Latifah began her career as a rapper when she was 18 years old. She released her debut album All Hail the Queen in 1989, which featured the hit single “Ladies First.” She went on to release several more albums, winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance for “U.N.I.T.Y.” in 1995.
Laya made her television debut as a voice actress on the Disney Junior series Doc McStuffins in 2014. She voiced the title character, a six-year-old girl who runs a clinic for stuffed animals. She also voiced Nadine on Hey Arnold: The Jungle Movie in 2017 and Angrboda on God of War: Ragnarök in 2021.
Queen Latifah made her television debut as an actress on the FOX sitcom Living Single in 1993. She played Khadijah James, the editor of a magazine and the leader of a group of friends. She also voiced Ellie on the Ice Age film series from 2006 to 2016 and Ursula on The Little Mermaid Live! in 2019.
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Laya DeLeon Hayes and Queen Latifah are not related by blood or by marriage, but they have a close and supportive bond as co-stars on The Equalizer. They also have some similarities in their careers, as they both started out as singers and have done voice-over work for animated shows and movies. They are both talented and successful women who have made their mark in the entertainment industry.
