‘Bob’s Burgers’ voice actor Jay Johnston gets a year in prison for role in Jan. 6
Jay Johnston’s recent sentencing to a year in prison for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot serves as a stark reminder of the chasms that can exist between personal choices and public personas. As someone who has enjoyed his work on “Bob’s Burgers” and “Mr. Show,” I view this situation with a mix of sadness and bewilderment. It’s hard to reconcile the comedic roles I’ve appreciated with the real-life actions of a man who participated in one of the most violent attacks on American democracy in recent history.
Johnston’s participation in the riot, where he was seen actively interfering with law enforcement, paints a troubling picture.… Continue reading
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