The True Blood casting director really needs a vacation. Or at least a few swigs of egg nog.

For the 719th time this week, the HBO drama as added a cast member for season three. This honor falls to Lindsay Pulsipher, who has signed on for the recurring role of Crystal Norris. She'll share a connection with Jason Stackhouse on the show.

Pulsipher, best known for her role as Rose on The Beast, has also appeared in episodes of House and NCIS.

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