Jay Oakerson
Biography
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.
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- Billions (2016) as Weed Somm
- @midnight with Chris Hardwick (2013) as Self
- Louie (2010) as Bathroom Guy
- Tires (2024) as Dogman
- Gotham Comedy Live (2012) as Self - Comedian
- Ugly Americans (2010) as Ray (voice)
- Hustlers (2019) as DJ
- Isn't It Romantic (2019) as Gary
- The Roast of Kevin Hart (2026) as Self - Roaster
- The End (2026)
- The Cabin with Bert Kreischer (2020) as Self
- 25 Sets (2019) as Self
- From Other Worlds (2004) as Big Lab Assistant
- The Roast of Bert Kreischer (2023) as Self
- Big Jay Oakerson: Live at Webster Hall (2016) as Himself
- The Roast of Rich Vos (2018) as Self
- Mike Vecchione: Worst Kind of Thoughtful (2024) as Performer 7
- Luis J Gomez Presents Luis J Gomez (2019) as Announcer
- Big Jay Oakerson: They (2025) as Self
- Big Jay Oakerson: Dog Belly (2023) as Self
- Big Jay Oakerson: Them (2025) as Self