Known For
Acting
Birthday
October 22, 1968 (age 58)
Place of Birth
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Also Known As
- Jay Johnson
Jay Johnston
Biography
Jay Johnston (born October 22, 1968) is an American actor and comedian best known for his work as a writer and cast member on the HBO sketch comedy series Mr. Show and for playing the role of Officer Jay McPherson on The Sarah Silverman Program.
On October 28, 2024, Johnston, who was arrested in 2023 for his participation in the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack, pled guilty to a felony offense of obstructing officers during a civil disorder in July. As a result, Johnston has been sentenced to 12 months and a day in federal prison.
Known For - Movies
Men in Black II
as Agent
Not Another Teen Movie
as Roadie
Bicentennial Man
as Charles
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
as Eyewitness News Member
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
as Gang Member
Jack Frost
as TV Weatherman
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
as Eyewitness News Member
The Master of Disguise
as Rex
Hell and Back
as Rick (voice)
Dirty Love
as Waiter
Known For - TV Shows
Modern Family
as Carl
Better Call Saul
as Don Wachtell
Malcolm in the Middle
as Ed
Rick and Morty
as Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)
Bob's Burgers
as Jimmy Pesto (voice)
Curb Your Enthusiasm
as Jeremy
Parks and Recreation
as Ranger
Community
as Police Officer
Arrested Development
as Officer Taylor
Ellen
as Transition Guy