
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.

Soldier
The Independent

George
Something About Her

Self
The Last Laugh

Agent
Men in Black II

Rex
The Master of Disguise

Mustachioed Cop
Desperate But Not Serious

TV Weatherman
Jack Frost

Rick (voice)
Hell and Back

Guy Suave
Brainwarp

Computer Nerd
Nerd Hunter 3004

Waiter
Dirty Love

Kline
Demoted

Roadie
Not Another Teen Movie

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

Young Cop
Hollywood Palms

Big John
Skins

Charles
Bicentennial Man

Eyewitness News Member
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Gang Member
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny

Trevor Moore: High In Church

Jasper Beltsmell
The Red Sandwich Christmas Hour
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
21
Gender
Male
Birthday
1968-10-22
Place of Birth
Chicago, Illinois, USA
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