Actor

Jay Johnston

October 22, 1968 · 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.

Notable work

8.7
Rick and Morty (2013)
as Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)
6.4
Men in Black II (2002)
as Agent
8.7
Better Call Saul (2015)
as Don Wachtell
8.5
Malcolm in the Middle (2000)
as Ed
6.7
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)
as Eyewitness News Member
7.3
Bicentennial Man (1999)
as Charles
7.9
Modern Family (2009)
as Carl
5.8
Not Another Teen Movie (2001)
as Roadie
8
Community (2009)
as Police Officer
8
Parks and Recreation (2009)
as Ranger
6.8
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006)
as Gang Member
7.9
Arrested Development (2003)
as Officer Taylor

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