Jay Mohr

Date of Birth: August 23, 1970

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Jay Mohr, born Jon Ferguson Mohr, is an American actor, comedian, and radio host, best known for his roles in films such as “Jerry Maguire” and “Picture Perfect,” as well as his tenure on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). Mohr was born on August 23, 1970, in Verona, New Jersey. He began his career in stand-up comedy before moving into television and film. Mohr joined the cast of SNL in 1993, where he became recognized for his impressions and comedic sketches. After SNL, he transitioned to film, earning critical acclaim for his performance as Bob Sugar in “Jerry Maguire” (1996). In addition to acting, Mohr has hosted several radio shows and podcasts, including “The Mohr Stories.”

5 Interesting Facts about Jay Mohr

1. Jay Mohr was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in the television series “Action.”

2. He authored a memoir titled “Gasping for Airtime,” which details his tumultuous time on “Saturday Night Live.”

3. Mohr is an avid sports fan and has hosted sports radio shows, including “Jay Mohr Sports” on Fox Sports Radio.

4. He was married to actress Nikki Cox, with whom he shares a son.

5. Jay Mohr was a frequent guest on “The Jim Rome Show,” where he filled in as a guest host.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jay Mohr

1. “I think the only way you can become a better actor is to act.”

2. “You have to be yourself; you can’t pretend for the rest of your life.”

3. “Comedy is a great tool. We are trying to find ways to use humor to enlighten people without preaching to them.”

4. “The best way to learn anything is through a teacher.”

5. “Stand-up is like a free fall every night.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jay Mohr’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.

Children

Jay Mohr has two children. He has a son named Jackson, born in 2002, from his first marriage. He also has another son named Meredith Daniel, born in 2011, from his marriage to Nikki Cox.