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
Bicentennial Man
as Charles
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
as Gang Member
Not Another Teen Movie
as Roadie
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
as Eyewitness News Member
Jack Frost
as TV Weatherman
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
as Eyewitness News Member
The Last Laugh
as Self
The Master of Disguise
as Rex
The Independent
as Soldier
Known For - TV Shows
Modern Family
as Carl
Better Call Saul
as Don Wachtell
Rick and Morty
as Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)
Malcolm in the Middle
as Ed
Bob's Burgers
as Jimmy Pesto (voice)
Curb Your Enthusiasm
as Jeremy
Community
as Police Officer
Parks and Recreation
as Ranger
Arrested Development
as Officer Taylor
Ellen
as Transition Guy