Josell Mariano is an American actor and model. He was born in San Diego, California, the oldest of two children. His parents are both first generation Filipino-Americans. Josell modeled in his first print campaign while still employed as a software engineer. He continued his career in software until his increasing time in front of the camera prompted him to leave engineering. With newfound time to pursue other endeavors, he began his training as an actor in San Diego. Almost immediately after beginning his training, he was seen by an acting agent and signed. Josell now lives in Los Angeles, California. In his spare time, he plays the guitar, the piano, and is an avid photographer.