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Jay Mohr

Jay Mohr is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and radio host.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jay Mohr is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and radio host. He is best known for his work on Saturday Night Live, the film Jerry Maguire, and the television series Action, Ghost Whisperer, and Gary Unmarried.

Early life

Mohr was born Jon Ferguson Mohr in Verona, New Jersey, on August 23, 1970. He pursued comedy from a young age, with sources describing him as wanting to become a comedian while growing up.

Career

Mohr became known nationally after joining Saturday Night Live as a featured cast member from 1993 to 1995. He later built a career in stand-up comedy, film, television, and radio. Notable film work includes playing sports agent Bob Sugar in Jerry Maguire. On television, he starred as Peter Dragon in the series Action, played Professor Rick Payne in Ghost Whisperer from 2006 to 2008, and starred in the CBS sitcom Gary Unmarried from 2008 to 2010.

Notable roles

His best-known screen roles include Bob Sugar in Jerry Maguire, Peter Dragon in Action, Professor Rick Payne in Ghost Whisperer, and the title character in Gary Unmarried.

Other work

In addition to acting and stand-up comedy, Mohr has worked as a radio host and has also appeared in other television and film projects.

Key facts

  • Mohr was born Jon Ferguson Mohr in Verona, New Jersey, on August 23, 1970.
  • He was a featured cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1993 to 1995.
  • He played sports agent Bob Sugar in the film Jerry Maguire.
  • He starred as Peter Dragon in the TV series Action and as Professor Rick Payne in Ghost Whisperer.
  • He starred in the CBS sitcom Gary Unmarried from 2008 to 2010.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jay Mohr?
Jay Mohr is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and radio host known for television and film roles in the 1990s and 2000s.
What is Jay Mohr's birth name?
His birth name is Jon Ferguson Mohr.
When was Jay Mohr born?
He was born on August 23, 1970.
What is Jay Mohr best known for?
He is best known for Saturday Night Live, Jerry Maguire, Action, Ghost Whisperer, and Gary Unmarried.
What kind of performer is Jay Mohr?
He is primarily known as a comedian and actor, with additional work as a radio host.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Mohr
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and major television credits including Saturday Night Live, Action, Ghost Whisperer, and Gary Unmarried.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001542/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, early stand-up background, and national recognition from Saturday Night Live.
  3. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/12217-jay-mohr?language=en-US
    Supports: Birthplace, birth date, birth name, and selected film and television roles including Jerry Maguire and Ghost Whisperer.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/jay-mohr/bio/3000385609/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and professional roles as actor, producer, and writer.