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Name: Jay Mohr
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Date of Birth:
August 23, 1970
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Place of Birth:
Verona, New Jersey, USA
Mini-bio:
Jay Mohr, born in Verona, New Jersey, USA, wanted to be a comedian all of his life. He performed stand-up comedy at colleges, comedy clubs, and such television forums as "An Evening at the Improv" (19...( read more)82) and "Two Drink Minimum" (1994). He first gained national attention while a castmember on "Saturday Night Live" (1975), and became known for his impersonations of such people as Sean Penn and Christopher Walken.
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" (1975).
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
His ex-wife, Nicole Chamberlain, is a former model who has developed a one-woman show, "Next!", about her experiences, particularly dealing with the audition process.
Jay Mohr is a frequent contributor to "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. [August 2001]
He hosts a sports variety show in the vein of Frank Skinner & David Baddiel's "Fantasy Football League" (1994), "Mohr Sports" (2002), which debuted on ESPN in April 2002. He offers 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" (1975) "a constant struggle to get on camera".
Has a son together with ex-wife Nicole Chamberlain.
Suffers from stage fright
Engaged to Nikki Cox [February 3, 2006].
Is the youngest of five siblings.