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.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Something About Her
Character: George
MOVIE • 2021
Momma Named Me Sheriff
Character: Stanley Goodman (voice)
TV • 2019
The Last Laugh
Character: Self
MOVIE • 2016
Animals.
Character: Ad Man 4
TV • 2016
W/ Bob & David
Character: Various Characters
TV • 2015
Hell and Back
Character: Rick (voice)
MOVIE • 2015
Trevor Moore: High In Church
Character:
MOVIE • 2015
Better Call Saul
Character: Don Wachtell
TV • 2015
Mr. Pickles
Character: Mr. Goodman (voice)
TV • 2014
Rick and Morty
Character: Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)
TV • 2013
Anger Management
Character: Rodney
TV • 2012
Demoted
Character: Kline
MOVIE • 2011
Bob's Burgers
Character: Jimmy Pesto (voice)
TV • 2011
Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
Character: Stewart Lawrence (voice)
TV • 2010
Modern Family
Character: Carl
TV • 2009
Community
Character: Police Officer
TV • 2009
Parks and Recreation
Character: Ranger
TV • 2009
Childrens Hospital
Character: Captain Beach-House
TV • 2008
The Red Sandwich Christmas Hour
Character: Jasper Beltsmell
MOVIE • 2007
Human Giant
Character: Whale Trainer
TV • 2007
Crew
Crew Credits
W/ Bob & David
Role: Writer
TV • 2015
Moral Orel
Role: Producer
TV • 2005
Moral Orel
Role: Director
TV • 2005
Moral Orel
Role: Writer
TV • 2005
Hype
Role: Writer
TV • 2000
Mr. Show and the Incredible, Fantastical News Report
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1998
Mr. Show with Bob and David
Role: Writer
TV • 1995