Maz Jobrani

Personal Info

Birthday

February 26, 1972

(53 years old)

Place of Birth

Tehran, Iran

Also Known As

Maziyar Jobrani

Maz Jobrani

Biography

Maziyar "Maz" Jobrani (born February 26, 1972) is an Iranian-American comedian and actor who is part of the "Axis of Evil" comedy group. The group appeared on a comedy special on Comedy Central. Jobrani has also appeared in numerous films, television shows, including Better Off Ted, on radio, and in comedy clubs. His filmography includes roles in The Interpreter, Friday After Next, Dragonfly, and Jimmy Vestvood: Amerikan Hero. He appears as a regular character on the 2017 CBS sitcom Superior Donuts. He is also currently a board member of the National Iranian American Council (NIAC).

Known For

Grey's Anatomy

Law & Order

Shameless

Curb Your Enthusiasm

Malcolm in the Middle

The West Wing

True Blood

Filmography

2024
The Last King
as Shahriar
2023
The Devil Comes to Kansas City
as The Politico
Maz Jobrani: The Birds & The Bees
as Himself
2021
Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11
as Self
Maz Jobrani: Pandemic Warrior
as Himself
2018
A Simple Wedding
as Uncle Saman
Back To School Just For Laughs
as Self
2017
Maz Jobrani: Immigrant
as Himself
The Female Brain
as Doctor
2016
Jimmy Vestvood: Amerikan Hero
as Jimmy Vestvood
2015
Maz Jobrani: I'm Not a Terrorist But I've Played One on TV
as Himself
Descendants
as Jafar
2014
Shirin in Love
as Mike
2013
Paradise
as Vegas Driver
Valentino's Ghost
as Self
Maz Jobrani: I Come in Peace
as Himself
2012
Reza Hassani Goes to the Mall
as Reza
2011
Kadaffi Goes Hollywood
as Kaddafi
Pauly Shore's Vegas is My Oyster
as Self
Just Like Us
as Self
2009
Maz Jobrani: Brown and Friendly
as Himself
2007
The Axis of Evil Comedy Tour
as Self
2006
Moonpie
as Eduardo
2005
The Interpreter
as Mo
2004
13 Going on 30
as Glenn
2003
Mind Games
as Wolf, Jill's Lawyer
2002
Friday After Next
as Moly
Maryam
as Reza
The President's Man: A Line in the Sand
as Ali Faisal
2001
The Medicine Show
as Dr. Michel