Jay Johnston
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About
Actor, comedian, and writerknown for his work in sketch and alternative comedy, particularly as a writer and performer on Mr. Show with Bob and David. He is also known for his television roles on The Sarah Silverman Program, Arrested Development, and for voicing Jimmy Pesto on the animated series Bob's Burgers. He is further known for his supporting roles in popular comedy films such as Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.
Before fame
He developed an interest in acting and comedy at a young age. He attended Columbia College Chicago and earned a Bachelor of Arts in acting in 1993. He moved to Los Angeles after college to pursue an entertainment career. He began working professionally in comedy during the mid-1990s. He became widely known as a writer and performer on Mr. Show with Bob and David from 1995 to 1998. He appeared in the comedy film Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy in 2004. He voiced Jimmy Pesto on Bob's Burgers from 2011 to 2021 which was one of his longest-running roles.
Trivia
He has voiced characters in several adult animated series. He became a national news figure after pleading guilty in 2024 for his role in the January 6th, 2021 U.S. Capitol riot and later receiving a presidential pardon in 2025.
Family life
His full name is Jay James Johnston. He has a daughter.
Associated with
He worked closely with Bob Odenkirk and David Cross on Mr. Show with Bob and David. He worked alongside voice actors such as H Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, and Dan Mintz on Bob's Burgers.
