
Jay Johnston
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1968-10-22
Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
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.
Known for

The Independent
2000Soldier
Something About Her
2021George
The Last Laugh
2016Self
Men in Black II
2002Agent
The Master of Disguise
2002Rex
Desperate But Not Serious
2000Mustachioed Cop
Jack Frost
1998TV Weatherman
Hell and Back
2015Rick (voice)Brainwarp
2003Guy SuaveNerd Hunter 3004
2004Computer Nerd
Dirty Love
2005Waiter
Demoted
2011Kline
Not Another Teen Movie
2001Roadie
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
2004Eyewitness News Member
Hollywood Palms
2000Young Cop
Skins
1997Big John
Bicentennial Man
1999Charles
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
2004Eyewitness News Member
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
2006Gang Member