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Jay Oakerson
Actor, Writer, Producer, Additional CreditsBorn December 7, 1977 (48 years)
Big Jay Oakerson (born December 7, 1977, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; real name Jason Michael Oakerson) is an American stand-up comedian, radio host, podcaster, and actor.
Big Jay Oakerson began his career as a stand-up comedian in Philadelphia and later performed as an opening act for Dave Attell, among others. He gained recognition through appearances in shows such as *Comedy Central Presents*, *Inside Amy Schumer*, *Louie*, and *Crashing*. In 2016, he released his first stand-up special, *Live At Webster Hall*. Alongside his stage career, Oakerson has found success as a podcast and radio host, notably with shows such as *Legion of Skanks*, *The Bonfire*, and *Story Warz*. In 2025, he took on a role in the Netflix series *Tires*.
Big Jay Oakerson began his career as a stand-up comedian in Philadelphia and later performed as an opening act for Dave Attell, among others. He gained recognition through appearances in shows such as *Comedy Central Presents*, *Inside Amy Schumer*, *Louie*, and *Crashing*. In 2016, he released his first stand-up special, *Live At Webster Hall*. Alongside his stage career, Oakerson has found success as a podcast and radio host, notably with shows such as *Legion of Skanks*, *The Bonfire*, and *Story Warz*. In 2025, he took on a role in the Netflix series *Tires*.
Known For
Filmography
| 2024 | Tires (TV Series) · as Dogman |
| 2019 | Hustlers · as Dj |
| 2019 | Luis J Gomez Presents Luis J Gomez · as Announcer |
| 2019 | Isn't It Romantic · as Gary |
| 2017 | Crashing (2017) (TV Series) · as Big Jay Oakerson |
| 2016 | Billions (TV Series) · as Weed Somm |
| 2015 | The Jim Gaffigan Show (TV Series) · as Big Jay Oakerson |
| 2014 | Legion of Skanks (podcast) (TV Series) · as Host |
| 2013 | Inside Amy Schumer (TV Series) · as Artie |
| 2012 | I Love The 1880s (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 2010 | Louie (2010) (TV Series) · as Bathroom Guy |
| 2010 | Ugly Americans (TV Series) · as Ray (voice) |
| 2008 | Z-Rock (TV Series) · as Neil |
| 2004 | From Other Worlds · as Big Lab Assistant |