Jason Kelley, a talented actor, has made a significant impact in the world of voice acting and gaming. His portrayal of Colt Vahn in Arkane's DEATHLOOP (2021) earned him widespread critical and commercial acclaim, including Outstanding Performance in the inaugural Arab Game Awards, and nominations for Best Performance in The Game Awards, DICE Awards, and Golden Joystick Awards. He also won IGN's Best Gaming Performance of 2021.
Kelley's performance as Colt Vahn was praised for its originality, and he became an instant fan favorite. He delivered a new benchmark for a lead character of color, inspiring fan art, cosplay, and heavy social media engagement worldwide.
In addition to his work in gaming, Kelley has appeared in several TV shows and movies. He has a recurring role in Taylor Sheridan's hit series MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN (2021) on Paramount+, and has also appeared in Netflix's animation SEAL TEAM (2021) and the highly anticipated game sequel, HORIZON: FORBIDDEN WEST (2022). He has also landed several unannounced roles in gaming, animation, and film.
Kelley has a rich background in the entertainment industry, having won a Voiceover Emmy Award (2011) and a NAACP Theater Award (2014). He is also an executive producer of the indie feature, SEA CLOUD PARK, which is set to be released in 2022.
As a student of the Seydways Acting Studio, alumnus of The Second City Conservatory, and rising talent among the ranks of iconic creatives like Keegan Michael-Key, Bill Hader, Tim Meadows, Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, Adam McKay, and Bob Odenkirk, Kelley continues to expand his range and versatility.
Originally from the Washington DC metro region, Kelley currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife and son.
