Jay Johnston
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
Something About Her
2021
as George
The Last Laugh
2016
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Hell and Back
2015
as Rick (voice)
Trevor Moore: High In Church
2015
Demoted
2011
as Kline
Moral Orel
2008
as Coach Stopframe / Miss Censordoll / Sal Figurelli (voice)
The Red Sandwich Christmas Hour
2007
as Jasper Beltsmell
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
2006
as Gang Member
Dirty Love
2005
as Waiter
- No poster
Nerd Hunter 3004
2004
as Computer Nerd
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie
2004
as Eyewitness News Member
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
2004
as Eyewitness News Member
- No poster
Brainwarp
2003
as Guy Suave
The Master of Disguise
2002
as Rex
Men in Black II
2002
as Agent
Not Another Teen Movie
2001
as Roadie
Hollywood Palms
2000
as Young Cop
The Independent
2000
as Soldier
Desperate But Not Serious
2000
as Mustachioed Cop
Bicentennial Man
1999
as Charles
Jack Frost
1998
as TV Weatherman
Skins
1997
as Big John