Jay Johnston
Known for: Acting
Born: October 21, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
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
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The Independent
Soldier
Something About Her
George
The Last Laugh
Self
Men in Black II
Agent
The Master of Disguise
Rex
Desperate But Not Serious
Mustachioed Cop
Jack Frost
TV Weatherman
Hell and Back
Rick (voice)
Brainwarp
Guy Suave
Nerd Hunter 3004
Computer Nerd
Dirty Love
Waiter
Demoted
Kline
Not Another Teen Movie
Roadie
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
Eyewitness News Member
Hollywood Palms
Young Cop
Skins
Big John
Bicentennial Man
Charles
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Eyewitness News Member
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
Gang Member
Trevor Moore: High In Church
The Red Sandwich Christmas Hour
Jasper Beltsmell
The Sarah Silverman Program.
Officer Jay McPherson
Moral Orel
Coach Stopframe / Miss Censordoll / Sal Figurelli (voice)
Mr. Show with Bob and David
Various