
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.
TV Shows(30)

Momma Named Me Sheriff
Stanley Goodman (voice)

Animals.
Ad Man 4

Better Call Saul
Don Wachtell

W/ Bob & David
Various Characters

Mr. Pickles
Mr. Goodman (voice)

Rick and Morty
Coldstone Creamery Employee (voice)

Anger Management
Rodney

Bob's Burgers
Jimmy Pesto (voice)

Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
Stewart Lawrence (voice)

Community
Police Officer

Modern Family
Carl

Parks and Recreation
Ranger

Childrens Hospital
Captain Beach-House

The Sarah Silverman Program.
Officer Jay McPherson

Human Giant
Whale Trainer
American Misfits

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

Arrested Development
Officer Taylor

Reno 911!
FBI Agent

Reno 911!
Agent Penrose