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.
TV credits
Rated 5.9 out of 10
Momma Named Me Sheriff
2019
Rated 6.3 out of 10
Animals.
2016
Rated 6.8 out of 10
W/ Bob & David
2015
Rated 8.7 out of 10
Better Call Saul
2015
Rated 8.1 out of 10
Mr. Pickles
2014
Rated 8.7 out of 10
Rick and Morty
2013
Rated 6.3 out of 10
Anger Management
2012
Rated 7.8 out of 10
Bob's Burgers
2011
Rated 7.4 out of 10
Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
2010
Rated 7.9 out of 10
Modern Family
2009
Rated 8.0 out of 10
Community
2009
Rated 8.0 out of 10
Parks and Recreation
2009
Rated 6.9 out of 10
Childrens Hospital
2008
Rated 7.3 out of 10
Human Giant
2007
Rated 6.3 out of 10
The Sarah Silverman Program
2007
Rated 3.0 out of 10
American Misfits
2006
Rated 8.0 out of 10
Moral Orel
2005
Rated 7.9 out of 10
Arrested Development
2003
Rated 7.2 out of 10
Reno 911!
2003
Rated 6.3 out of 10
Cedric the Entertainer Presents
2002
Rated 0.0 out of 10
Next Caller
2001
Rated 7.0 out of 10
Next!
2001
Rated 7.0 out of 10
DAG
2000
Rated 8.0 out of 10
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000