Jerry C. Minor (born October 4, 1969) is an American actor, writer and comedian known for his roles in numerous comedy programs such as Mr. Show, Saturday Night Live, Carpoolers and Lucky Louie.

Early life

Minor was born in Memphis, Tennessee but grew up in Flint, Michigan. He started doing stand-up and writing/performing with sketch groups in Detroit before joining the Second City Detroit mainstage. After writing and performing in three revues, he joined the Second City Chicago for two shows and then one revue at the Second City Toronto. He is the only performer to have belonged to all three of the Second City's touring companies.

Career

Minor was a cast member and writer on Saturday Night Live for the one season in 2000-2001. He was let go from the show along with castmate Chris Parnell over the summer hiatus, before the start of the 2001–2002 season, because Lorne Michaels wanted to hire four new cast members, but did not want to go over budget.