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.
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Better Call Saul
Rick and Morty
Malcolm in the Middle
Mr. Pickles
Community
Parks and Recreation
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Modern Family
Moral Orel
Arrested Development
Bob's Burgers
Mr. Show with Bob and David
Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
Bicentennial Man
Trevor Moore: High In Church
Reno 911!
Tenacious D
The Last Laugh
Childrens Hospital
W/Bob and David
Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Just Shoot Me!
Men in Black II
Animals.
The Sarah Silverman Program.
Anger Management
Ellen
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
Jack Frost
Momma Named Me Sheriff
Not Another Teen Movie
Hollywood Palms
Hell and Back
Demoted
Dirty Love
The Master of Disguise