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Marsai Martin

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Key facts

Born August 14, 2004[1]
Birthplace Plano, Texas, U.S.[1]
Occupation Actress, producer[1]
Known for Diane Johnson on *Black-ish*[1]
Years active 2014–present[1]

Marsai Martin is an American actress and producer, best known for playing Diane Johnson on the ABC sitcom *Black-ish*. She was born on August 14, 2004, in Plano, Texas, and began acting at age five.

Context

Marsai Martin was born Caila Marsai Martin on August 14, 2004, in Plano, Texas [1]. She began acting at age five and was cast as Diane Johnson on *Black-ish* at age ten [2]. At age 14, she produced the film *Little*, becoming the youngest executive producer in Hollywood history according to sources [2]. She later created Genius Productions and signed a first-look deal with Universal Pictures in 2019 [2].

Documented claims

  • Marsai Martin is an American actress and producer. [1]
  • She gained wider recognition through *Black-ish* and later produced and starred in *Little*. [1]
  • Her family moved to Los Angeles in 2013 to support her acting career. [2]

Questions and answers

What nationality is Marsai Martin?

Marsai Martin is American [1].

When was Marsai Martin born?

She was born on August 14, 2004 [1].

What is Marsai Martin known for?

She is known for playing Diane Johnson on the ABC sitcom *Black-ish* [1].

Sources

  1. Marsai Martin: Biography, Movies, Net Worth & Photos — screendollars.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. 32 Facts About Marsai Martin — facts.net (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People