Sophina Brown

Prior to joining the cast of NUMB3RS, Sophina Brown was most recently seen in the role of Raina Troy on the CBS drama series "Shark." Her other television credits include, coincidentally, a guest-starring role on NUMB3RS, a recurring role in "Chappelle’s Show," as well as guest-starring roles in the CBS series "Without a Trace," "Hack," "The Education of Max Bickford" and the daytime drama "As the World Turns." She has also guest-starred in "Law & Order," "Law & Order: SVU," "Strangers with Candy" and "Twins."

Among Brown’s theater credits are the role of Nala in the Broadway production of "The Lion King," the role of Carmen in the national tour of "Fame — The Musical" and roles in regional productions of "Jesus Christ Superstar," "As You Like It" and "A Midsummer Night’s Dream." Her feature film credits include "Because I Said So."

Brown earned a B.F.A. in Theater Performance from the University of Michigan. She was born and raised in Saginaw, Mich., and currently lives in Los Angeles. Her birth date is Sept. 18.