Jay Mohr (born August 23, 1970) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, voice performer and media host. He first gained attention as a stand-up performer and later expanded into film and television acting, recurring sitcom work, voice roles and interview-based radio and podcast projects. His career blends live comedy, scripted roles and long-form conversations with entertainers and athletes.

Career overview

Mohr began performing stand-up in the 1990s and moved into television and film work. He appeared in supporting film roles and had recurring television parts, combining comic timing with straight dramatic beats. His on-screen work has ranged from feature films to sitcom lead roles, while his off-screen activity includes hosting radio and digital interview series.

Notable roles and projects

  • Feature films: Mohr has been credited in a variety of studio pictures and independent films, often in comedic supporting roles; he has also contributed voice work for family-oriented films.
  • Television: He starred in the CBS sitcom Gary Unmarried and played recurring characters on other series; he appeared in the television adaptation of Are We There Yet? and was later replaced in that part.
  • Comedy and hosting: Beyond stand-up he has hosted radio programs and maintained a long-running interview program and podcast that feature conversations with fellow comedians, actors and sports figures.

Style and public presence

Mohr's stand-up draws on observational humor, storytelling and commentary about entertainment and personal life. On camera he moves between broad comedic turns and more restrained, character-driven parts. His interview shows emphasize unscripted, conversational exchanges and have been an important outlet for his work outside scripted productions.

Background and influence

Active since the early 1990s, Mohr represents a generation of stand-up performers who crossed into film and television. His mixture of live comedy and media hosting reflects broader trends in which comedians build multi-platform careers across stand-up, scripted acting and digital audio.

For more information about his credits and current projects see biographical listings, media appearances at television resources and film credits at filmography databases. Interviews and his longform conversations are available through his show pages and podcast feeds here.