Jay Pharoah is an American actor, comedian, and impressionist. He was born on October 14, 1987, in Chesapeake, Virginia. Pharoah began his career as a comedian, performing stand-up comedy in clubs across the country. He gained national recognition in 2010 when he joined the cast of "Saturday Night Live" and quickly became known for his spot-on celebrity impressions, including President Barack Obama, Kanye West, and Jay-Z. In addition to his work on "Saturday Night Live," Pharoah has appeared in several films and television shows, including "Ride Along," "Unsane," "White Famous," and "Champaign ILL." He is also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to characters on several animated shows, including "Family Guy" and "BoJack Horseman." Pharoah continues to perform stand-up comedy and has released several comedy specials. He is known for his impressions and his ability to imitate a wide range of celebrities and public figures.