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.

Most Known For

Modern Family

as Carl

Rick and Morty

as Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)

Better Call Saul

as Don Wachtell

Bob's Burgers

as Jimmy Pesto (voice)

Curb Your Enthusiasm

as Jeremy

Parks and Recreation

as Ranger

Arrested Development

as Officer Taylor

Community

as Police Officer

Malcolm in the Middle

as Ed

Anger Management

as Rodney

Reno 911!

as FBI Agent

Reno 911!

as Agent Penrose

Childrens Hospital

as Captain Beach-House

Just Shoot Me!

as Exterminator

Ellen

as Transition Guy

Two Guys and a Girl

as Cab Driver

Mr. Pickles

as Mr. Goodman (voice)

The Sarah Silverman Program.

as Officer Jay McPherson

Mr. Show with Bob and David

as Various

Moral Orel

as Coach Stopframe / Miss Censordoll / Sal Figurelli (voice)