
Actor
Jay Johnston
Born 1968 · 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.
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Acting

Rick and Morty
Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice) · 2013

Better Call Saul
Don Wachtell · 2015

Malcolm in the Middle
Ed · 2000

Modern Family
Carl · 2009

Community
Police Officer · 2009

Bicentennial Man
Charles · 1999

Parks and Recreation
Ranger · 2009

Men in Black II
Agent · 2002

Arrested Development
Officer Taylor · 2003

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Eyewitness News Member · 2004

Mr. Pickles
Mr. Goodman (voice) · 2014

Bob's Burgers
Jimmy Pesto (voice) · 2011

Curb Your Enthusiasm
Jeremy · 2000

Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
Gang Member · 2006

Not Another Teen Movie
Roadie · 2001

Jack Frost
TV Weatherman · 1998

Reno 911!
FBI Agent · 2003

Moral Orel
Coach Stopframe / Miss Censordoll / Sal Figurelli (voice) · 2005

Two Guys and a Girl
Cab Driver · 1998

Mr. Show with Bob and David
Various · 1995

Anger Management
Rodney · 2012

Just Shoot Me!
Exterminator · 1997

Childrens Hospital
Captain Beach-House · 2008

Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
Eyewitness News Member · 2004
