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Jay Mohr


Character on Ghost Whisperer:
Professor Rick Payne

Full Name: Jon Ferguson Mohr

Birthday: August 23

Birthplace: Verona, New Jersey

Interesting facts:
He is a frequent guest on the New York City drive-time radio show "Opie & Anthony", where he adds his own commentary on the bizarre in-studio happenings and of course throws in the occasional Christopher Walken impersonation. Did a killer impersonation of Christopher Walken in a skit titled "Christopher Walken's Psychic Hotline" on "Saturday Night Live" (1993). Has a tattoo on the inside of his bicep which is dated with the word "Will". This is in respect of his cousin Will who was killed by a drunk driver. Jay Mohr is a frequent contributor and guest host on "The Jungle" a radio show hosted by Jim Rome. Jay's razor sharp takes and opinions have earned him the nickname "Slam Man" on the show. Jay developed and hosted "Mohr Sports", which debuted on ESPN in April 2002, where he offered his unique and humorous insights on the world of sports in front of a live studio audience. The 30-minute weekly show features a timely, sports-themed comedy monologue, followed by interviews with athletes and entertainment personalities, remote segments and musical performances.

  • Called "Saturday Night Live" (1993) "a constant struggle to get on camera".
  • Has a son.
  • Suffers from anxiety.
  • Engaged to Nikki Cox [February 3, 2006].
  • Married Nikki Cox [December 29, 2006].
  • Is the youngest of five siblings.



    Biography:
    Jay Mohr has found success in the worlds of film, television, radio, writing and stand-upcomedy. He has co-starred in over 20 feature films such as:
    • Jerry Maguire
    • Picture Perfect
    • Playing By Heart
    • Suicide Kings
    • Seeing Other People
    • Even Money
    • The Groomsmen
    • Pay it Forward
    • Go
    • Kings Ransom
    • Are We There Yet?
    • (see list below)

    Mohr first received notice doing impressions on "Saturday Night Live." His two years in the trenches as a writer and featured performer on the popular late night show are detailed in his best-selling book, Gasping for Airtime, published in 2004. His additional television credits include the lead role in the series "Action," and co-creator, executive producer and host of the hit reality program "Last Comic Standing." He is also known in sports circles for hosting "NFL Sunday Morning," narrating the award-winning "Beyond the Glory" and "The Best Damn Sports Show, Period." He was recently signed to host "The Alternative With Jay Mohr," a new weekly entertainment video program on www.foxsports.com.


    His stand-up act sells out theaters, clubs and colleges all over the country and he earns standing ovations for his keen observations of the world and the people who live in it.

    Mohr was born in Verona, N.J., and currently resides in Los Angeles. His birth date is Aug. 23.


    Where you've seen him:

    Television:
    • Ghost Whisperer
    • Christmas Do-Over
    • A Salute to the Troops and USO Community Service
    • Family Guy (voice)
    • Las Vegas
    • The Man Show
    • The West Wing
    • CSI: Miami
    • Fastlane
    • Scrubs
    • Night Visions
    • Black River
    • The Simpsons (voice)
    • Olive, the Other Reindeer (voice)
    • Action
    • From the Earth to the Moon
    • The Jeff Foxworthy Show
    • Local Heroes
    • The Barefoot Executive
    • Saturday Night Live (1993-1995)
    • Camp Wilder
    • ABC TGIF


    Films:
    • King's Ransom
    • Are We There Yet?
    • Seeing Other People
    • Simone
    • The Adventures of Pluto Nash
    • Pay it Forward
    • Cherry Falls
    • Go!
    • 200 Cigarettes
    • Playing By Heart
    • Jane Austen's Mafia!
    • Small Soldiers
    • Paulie
    • Suicide Kings
    • Picture Perfect
    • Jerry Maguire
    • For Better or Worse


    Jay Quotes:
    • "I think I made a mistake once...yeah...it was only once."
    • "Why are baseball managers the only coaches who dress up like the players? "
    • "You know how to tell if the teacher is hung over? Movie Day."



    Quotes by people who have worked with Jay:


    Awards:
    • Espy Award - Host MTV's Lip Service
    • Golden Satellite Award - Action! - Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical Series


    Milestones:


    Upcoming Features:
    • A Happy Death (2008)
    • Untitled David Kohan/Max Mutchnick TV Project
    • The Nightwatchman
    • Lonely Street


    Pictures from Ghost Whisperer:
    Jay Mohr - Ghost Whisperer

    Jay Mohr - Ghost Whisperer

    Jay Mohr - Ghost Whisperer



    Contributing Sources:
    www.JayMohr.com





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    casecracker I wish they would have kept Jay Mohr's real wife on the show (page: 1 2 3) 48 May 26 2008, 12:05 AM EDT by kenmnife
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    I enjoyed seeing Jay's real life wife play his old girlfriend on last week's show but it looks like she was just a guest. Too bad. They need to find someone as comical as he and play them off each other. Possibly another professor??
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    tinkerbell9964 what a nice guy 0 Jan 10 2008, 11:59 AM EST by tinkerbell9964
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    wish he could show her alittle more feeling
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