Caila Marsai Martin is an American actress and producer widely recognized for her portrayal of Diane Johnson in the ABC sitcom "Black-ish," which aired from 2014 to 2022. Her role in the popular series brought her significant fame and established her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1963: Setting of "An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win"
The film "An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win", in which Marsai Martin debuted, takes place in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement.
August 14, 2004: Birth of Marsai Martin
On August 14, 2004, Marsai Martin was born in Plano, Texas.
2013: Marsai Martin's Family Moves to Los Angeles
To support Marsai Martin's burgeoning acting career, her family relocated to Los Angeles in 2013.
2014: Marsai Martin's Debut on Black-ish
In 2014, Marsai Martin began her role as Diane Johnson in the ABC sitcom Black-ish.
2016: Marsai Martin's Film Debut in "An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win"
Marsai Martin made her film debut in 2016, taking a leading role in "An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win", an Amazon Studios original film set during the Civil Rights Movement.
February 2019: Genius Productions Signs with Universal
Marsai Martin's production company, Genius Productions, secured a first-look deal with Universal in February 2019, making her the youngest individual to achieve this at the studio.
May 2019: Marsai Martin to Produce and Star in "Amari and the Night Brothers"
It was announced in May 2019 that Marsai Martin would be producing and starring in the film adaptation of "Amari and the Night Brothers" for Universal Pictures.
December 2019: Marsai Martin to Produce "Queen"
December 2019 brought the announcement of Marsai Martin's role as a producer for the comedy film "Queen".
2019: Marsai Martin Makes History as Youngest Executive Producer
At the age of 13, Marsai Martin made history in 2019 by becoming the youngest person ever to executive produce a studio feature film with her work on "Little".
2019: Marsai Martin Stars in and Produces "Little"
In 2019, Marsai Martin starred in and produced the comedy film "Little", marking a significant achievement as the youngest person to produce a studio film.
2021: Marsai Martin Voices Liberty in "PAW Patrol: The Movie"
Marsai Martin lent her voice to the character of Liberty in the 2021 animated film "PAW Patrol: The Movie".
April 2022: Marsai Martin Joins "Fantasy Football"
In April 2022, it was revealed that Marsai Martin would star alongside Kelly Rowland and Omari Hardwick in the comedy film "Fantasy Football".
2022: Conclusion of Black-ish
In 2022, the final episode of the ABC sitcom Black-ish, in which Marsai Martin starred, aired.
2022: Marsai Martin Stars in and Produces "Fantasy Football"
Marsai Martin took on a starring and producing role in the sports comedy "Fantasy Football" in 2022.
2023: Marsai Martin Produces "Saturdays" and Voices Liberty in "PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie"
In 2023, Marsai Martin took on the role of producer for "Saturdays", a coming-of-age comedy television series on Disney Channel. The same year, she reprised her voice role as Liberty in "PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie".