
Acting · 57 years old
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.

Better Call Saul
Don Wachtell

Rick and Morty
Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)

Malcolm in the Middle
Ed

Mr. Pickles
Mr. Goodman (voice)

Parks and Recreation
Ranger

Curb Your Enthusiasm
Jeremy

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

Community
Police Officer

Arrested Development
Officer Taylor

Modern Family
Carl

Bob's Burgers
Jimmy Pesto (voice)

Mr. Show with Bob and David
Various

Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
Stewart Lawrence (voice)

Bicentennial Man
Charles

Human Giant
Whale Trainer

Reno 911!
FBI Agent

Reno 911!
Agent Penrose

Trevor Moore: High In Church

Tenacious D
FBI Agent

Two Guys and a Girl
Cab Driver