Coby Bell portrays Jason Pitts, a frugal, African-American NFL player who is married to a Caucasian woman, on The CW's new comedy The Game.
Bell was born and raised in Orange County, California, and grew up in a family of entertainers. His father, Broadway music veteran Michael Bell, introduced him to the world of acting at the age of three.
Bell starred in the hit television series Third Watch for six years. He also appeared in LA Doctors. Bell's other television credits include guest roles on ER, Half & Half, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Parent 'Hood and Smart Guy.
Bell is actively involved in Big Brothers of America, where he mentors underprivileged youth. In addition, Bell is a natural sports enthusiast and excels at surfing, basketball and tennis. He is also an accomplished musician and songwriter with his reggae band.
Bell lives in Long Beach with his wife and twin daughters.