Arianne Martin was born in Austin, Texas. Before the age of seven, she had lived in several different countries including New Zealand, Saipan, and American Samoa. Her travels led to an intense interest in arts and culture. In 2001, she began her film career in production. She made the transition from being behind the camera to in front a few years later. Arianne recently played the role of Nicolas Cage's daughter in the 3D action film Drive Angry, and can also be seen in her recurring role on Starz's original series Crash, Fox's Prison Break and Lifetime's Inspector Mom. Being a veteran to the independent film scene, she has starred in numerous features. Her film "The Other Side of Paradise, (a personal project that was co-written and co-produced with her husband, Justin D. Hilliard ) has been an "Official Selection" of over 20+ festivals nationwide (premiering at AFI Dallas) and winning over 7 award s including two "Best Actress" award s for Arianne.

Lived in Kosovo doing relief work in the winter of 2000.Taught herself how to play the guitar when she was 19.Is the second oldest of four.Wrote and directed her first short film "Pumpkin Pie" at the age of 14.Started her career in production.Her photography has been featured in several photo galleries across the Dallas art sceneWas named after the Johnny Mathis song "Arianne".Met husband, Justin D. Hilliard on the set of "Confessions".