Jared Drake Bell (born June 27, 1986), better known as Drake Bell, is an American (United States) actor, comedian, guitarist, singer/songwriter, producer (record producer), and occasional television director. Bell is commonly associated with his real-life best friend Josh Peck, who co-starred with him in both The Amanda Show, with Amanda Bynes, and Drake & Josh. After beginning his career as a child star (child actor) in the late 1990s and early 2000s, he appeared on The Amanda Show and became well-known among young audiences for his role on the series Drake & Josh.

In addition to his acting, Bell has a growing career as a musician, and co-wrote and performed the theme song to Drake & Josh, entitled "Found a Way". In 2005 he independently released his debut album, Telegraph (Telegraph (album)). His second album, Its Only Time, was released in 2006 after signing with Motown.