Marsai Martin turned heads as she strutted her stuff for volume 4 of the Savage x Fenty fashion show.
Her Debut at Savage x Fenty Volume 4
Marsai Martin debuted a more mature style at the Savage x Fenty fashion show last week. She donned a multi-colored leopard print bodysuit that showed off her natural curves. To complete the look, she wore her hair in a sleek low bun that complemented her barely-there makeup.
But even though the young “Black-ish” actress turned 18 years old over the summer, many fans were upset by her new, “grown-ish” style.
Who is Marsai Martin?
Marsai Martin is an American teen actress best known for her starring role as Diane Johnson in the hit ABC comedy series “Black-ish.”
Martin began her acting career at just 5 years old, appearing in national commercials for the international hospitality company Choice Hotel. And in 2013, Martin and her family would move to La La Land to pursue a career in Hollywood.
In 2014, Martin joined “Black-ish,” where she would receive a number of nominations and awards for her performance.
Aside from her work on the show, Martin has also guest-starred on shows like “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” and “A Black Lady Sketch Show.”
5 Times She Understood the Assignment
Marsai Martin is a talented young actress taking the Hollywood industry by storm, from acting to fashion. But this is far from the first time Martin has made waves in the industry. To learn more about her trailblazing moves, here are five times Marsai Martin Understood the Assignment:
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That Time She Kept It Real
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Even though Marsai Martin is a superstar actress, she’s still a teen. And that means she also experiences the occasional breakout or two from time to time.
But instead of hiding it, she opens up about her experience to help others know they aren’t alone. In an interview with Allure, she talks all about it.
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“I’m a teenager, so I get the occasional hormonal breakout, but I have combination skin,” Martin adds. “I have an oily T-zone but am normal everywhere, else except my hairline. My 2022 goal is to drink more water and have that just be my skin-care routine and see where that takes me.”
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That Time She Owned a Production Company
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Recognizing a lack of diversity in Hollywood, Marsai Martin set out to do something about it. So she started a production company called Genius Productions where she and her team create stories for television, features, and digital.
In an interview with Time for Kids, Martin explained why she started the company. “There aren’t a lot of young black girls in the film industry. Opportunities are limited. I wanted to create a company that’s diverse and inclusive, not just of black girls, but also of anyone who is underrepresented.”
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Since its inception, Genius Productions earned a first-look production deal with Universal, making Marsai Martin the youngest person to obtain a studio deal.
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That Time She Became the Youngest Executive Producer in Hollywood
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In 2019, Marsai Martin made history when she produced the Universal film “Little,” making her the youngest executive producer in Hollywood at just 13 years old. The film featured a lineup of major talent, including Regina Hall, Issa Rae, and of course, Marsai Martin herself.
In an interview with Time for Kids, Martin shared an inside look into her day-to-day as a young producer.
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“As a producer, I get to create things. I come up with ideas for projects. My team helps me decide what works and what doesn’t work. They help me to be creative. Creativity is about letting your mind go beyond what you thought was possible.”
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That Time She Started a Nail Company
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Marsai Martin is a busy teen, but she makes time for self-care. That includes making sure her nails stay on point.
In March of 2022, she took to Instagram to reveal that she would be launching a new business, MARI by Marsai. “MARI is my luxurious, high quality, cruelty-free press on nails & nail care line,” Martin announced.
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Her debut collection included seven nail sets with names inspired by the actress, including “CEO” and “Quiet on Set.”
At MARI by Marsai, you can find everything you need for your nails, from press-ons to accessories. The site even offers nail shaping guides and tutorials for how to wear the press-ons so you can stun just like Marsai Martin.
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That Time She Stood Up For Others
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According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 110,070 new cases of gynecologic cancer were diagnosed in 2018. What’s worse, an estimated 32,120 deaths occurred as a result, as well.
In September, Marsai Martin partnered with the Foundation for Women’s Cancer as part of their Move4Her Month of Movement for Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month.
In an Instagram post, she talked about the partnership and why it means so much to her. “I’m so passionate about this cause because my grandmother had cervical cancer, one of the five gyn cancers.”
And as a celebrity ambassador, Martin used her platform to help the foundation earn funding for research and awareness of gynecologic cancer.