Sam Jay
Sam Jay, born on January 13, 1982, is an American comedian, writer, and actor who has quickly risen to prominence with her sharp wit and bold humor. After gaining recognition as a writer for "Saturday Night Live" (NBC, 2017- ), Jay launched her own late-night talk show "Pause with Sam Jay" (HBO, 2021-2022), where she brought her unique comedic voice to social and political issues. She has also appeared in Netflix's "Sam Jay: 3 in the Morning" (2020), a stand-up special that solidified her reputation as a rising star in comedy. In addition to her writing and stand-up, Jay starred in the Peacock comedy series "Bust Down" (2022). Known for her unapologetic style and ability to tackle tough topics with humor, Jay continues to make her mark on both television and stand-up comedy.
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Sam Jay
Filmography
Movies
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The Roast of Tom Brady | Self | - | 2024 |
39% |
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You People | Mo (Character) | - | 2023 |
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Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration | Self | - | 2022 |
60% |
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Sex: Unzipped | Self | - | 2021 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Colin Quinn & Friends: A Parking Lot Comedy Show | Unknown (Character) | - | 2020 |
86% |
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Sam Jay: 3 in the Morning |
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No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Pinsky | Sam Wittle (Character) | - | 2016 |
TV
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No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Hollywood Squares | Self | 2025 |
No Score Yet | 54% | The Kelly Clarkson Show | Guest | 2020 2023 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | The Jennifer Hudson Show | Guest | 2023 |
No Score Yet | 48% | The Late Show With Stephen Colbert | Guest | 2023 |
No Score Yet | 54% | Pause With Sam Jay |
Creator, Executive Producer, Host |
2021-2022 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Desus & Mero | Guest | 2022 |
100% | 91% | George Carlin's American Dream | Self | 2022 |
100% | 85% | Bust Down |
Sam (Character), Executive Producer |
2022 |
No Score Yet | 55% | Late Night With Seth Meyers | Guest | 2020-2021 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | The New Negroes With Baron Vaughn and Open Mike Eagle | Unknown (Guest Star) | 2019 |
100% | No Score Yet | The Comedy Lineup | Unknown (Character) | 2018 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents... | Unknown (Character) | 2017 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | Party Legends | Self | 2017 |
No Score Yet | 42% | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | Guest | 2017 |
No Score Yet | No Score Yet | The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail | Guest | 2016 |