Tanjareen Martin Shines at 2025 BET Awards
Actress rocked a bold look, hailed guard’s candid shot and teased her outfit story on IG
Image: Instagram
Tanjareen Martin was one of the standout attendees at the BET Awards 2025 on June 9, held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Best known as an actress and stand-up comedian, Martin combined star power with street-style edge in a custom look that reflected her playful personality and creative flair.
Custom Ensemble
Martin’s outfit began with a structured jacket by Ivan Bitton Style House, layered over a sculptural gown designed by Fjolla Haxhishmajliofficial. The pieces married sharp shoulders and sleek lines—an aesthetic she’s been leaning into all season, inspired by classic power dressing. Martin handled her own hair styling, crediting her Instagram handle @officialtanjareen for “🙆🏾♀️,” while makeup artist Lala Shegog added bold accents around her eyes. Nails were a collaborative effort between Martin herself and “God,” as she jokingly noted in her post.
In her Instagram caption (https://www.instagram.com/p/DK90AJwx8R/), Martin invited fans to swipe through multiple snaps—each showing how the ensemble came together, from early fittings to the final on-carpet reveal. She also teased a deeper behind-the-scenes look at her IG subscription page, promising “the journey of this outfit” for followers who want a closer peek at her creative process.
Security Snap Shout-out
One of the most talked-about moments in Martin’s social recap was her shout-out to the security guard who captured her candid photo while she left the venue. “S/O to the security guard who took my pic on the way out of the building,” she wrote, crediting the guard for pics 2 and 3 and fellow talent scout Ariane Andrew for the first shot. The playful acknowledgment has resonated online—fans praised Martin’s warmth and humility for celebrating someone working behind the scenes at a major event.
On Instagram, a wave of comments followed. One user wrote, “Only Tanjareen would thank security on a red carpet night!” Another noted the trend of celebrities recognizing everyday workers—Martin’s gesture has sparked conversations about gratitude in the entertainment industry.
From Onyx Promotion To Awards
Martin’s red-carpet moment at BET comes on the heels of her starring role as DeeDee in Onyx, a new sci-fi comedy now streaming on BET+. In late May, she threw a last-minute screening party for the film (https://www.instagram.com/p/DKVEf3FySgG/) and even surprised guests with balloons from her husband, comedian Clayton Thomas. That event doubled as a pre-birthday celebration and drew friends, cast members, and industry insiders to Jax Studio City for an after-party hosted by Legacy Photos LLC.
In earlier posts, Martin thanked co-stars Jennifer Freeman and Ariane Andrew, tagging BET+ and Radford Studios. She’s been active on her Instagram subscription page and Patreon, sharing behind-the-scenes clips and throwback moments from filming in Tucson, Arizona’s Film Tucson district.
According to her Wikipedia profile, Martin began her career in stand-up comedy before transitioning into television and film roles. Onyx marks her latest feature-length turn; she’s also appeared in several guest spots on sitcoms and web series over the last decade. The BET Awards appearance underscores her versatility—equally at ease commanding a stage or commanding a red carpet.
Photographers in Los Angeles tagged the look as one of the night’s best. With Onyx buzz still building and summer festivals on the horizon, Martin seems poised to keep fans guessing which chapter comes next—be it movie premieres, comedy tours, or elevated street style.
As the evening wrapped, Martin’s final post summed up the night: a mix of gratitude, glamour, and genuine connection. She left the BET Awards with new press highlights, fresh fans, and, thanks to social media, a viral moment that celebrated kindness as much as couture.
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