Jeff Ross

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

1.0409

Gender

Male

Birthday

13-Sep-1965

Age

(61 years old)

Place of Birth

Springfield, New Jersey, USA

Also Known As
  • Jeffrey Ross Lifschultz
  • Roastmaster General
  • Jeffrey Ross
  • Jeffery Ross

Jeff Ross

Biography

Jeffrey Ross Lifschultz is an American stand-up comedian, actor, director and producer. Nicknamed the "Roastmaster General" for his insult comedy, his multiple appearances at celebrity roasts held by the New York Friars Club, the Comedy Central Roast television series, and the Netflix historical comedy series Historical Roasts.


Credits

SXSW Comedy With W. Kamau Bell SXSW Comedy With W. Kamau Bell (2015) Character: Self
The first ever comedy special filmed at and in partnership with South By Southwest (SXSW). Kamau Bell (CNN'sUnited Shades of America) hosts the show. Featuring sets from Beth Stelling (Jimmy Kimmel Live, @midnight), Nate Bargatze (Maron, @midnight), Iliza Shlesinger (The Tonight Show, Last Comic Standing), Mark Normand (Inside Amy Schumer, Trainwreck), and Matt Braunger (Maron, Garfunkel & Oates), the two-part special also includes comics Todd Glass and Beth Stelling exploring the streets of Austin and bumping into the likes of Jeff Ross, Ron Funches and a number of festival-goers.
The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Drew Carey The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Drew Carey (1998) Character: Self
First televised New York Friar's Club roast, in honor of Drew Carey.
Caesar's Salad Caesar's Salad (1990) Character: Smoothies Guitarist
The short called “Caesar’s Salad” that won at the Chicago Film Festival and the New Orleans Film and Video Festival. C.K.’s mother helped him to pay for “Caesar’s Salad,” the production of which required him to close down a street and use a cop car. In the Louis C.K. episode of Marc Maron’s podcast, Maron mentions that he was cut out of “Caesar’s Salad” but some of his guitar playing remains on the soundtrack.
Feeding America Comedy Festival Feeding America Comedy Festival (2020) Character: Self
All-star comics perform in support of Feeding America.
The All-Star Show: Comedy Special The All-Star Show: Comedy Special (2010) Character: N/A
All-Star stand-up performances from the Just For Laughs festival. Featuring Harland Williams, Jeffrey Ross, John Pinette, & more.
Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride (2026) Character: Self
Legendary comic Jeff Ross returns home in a hilarious, heartfelt one-man show about laughing through the pain, the importance of having thick skin, and the vengeful pleasures of a Jewish comic owning a German dog.
Chris Rock: Road To Live Special Chris Rock: Road To Live Special (2023) Character: Self
Chris Rock gives an exclusive look at his year on tour leading up to this historic night. With appearances from Dave Chappelle, Adam Sandler, Kevin Hart, and many more.
Just For Laughs: Over The Edge Just For Laughs: Over The Edge (2009) Character: Self
A selection of comics from the Montreal International Comedy Festival
Heartbreak Hospital Heartbreak Hospital (2002) Character: Norman Radcliff
Neely, an aspiring actress, gets a role on the popular soap opera "Heartbreak Hospital." Her neighbor, Lottie, a huge fan of the show, can't differentiate between fiction and reality, and her obsession and jealousy endanger Neely and the rest of the cast.
Patriot Act Patriot Act (2005) Character: Himself
Inspired by the passing of U.S.O. perennial Bob Hope, Friars Club roast-master Jeffrey Ross takes Drew up on an invitation to join the U.S.O. in their ongoing mission - delivering punch-lines on the front lines. Having just bought a new camcorder, he travels to Iraq and captures his rare, intimate, and often times hilarious experience on camera. Armed with nothing but that camcorder and some jokes, Ross shoots his own life-changing experience as he travels alongside six other well known comics, entertaining battle weary G.I.'s stationed in some of the most remote parts of the Sunni Triangle.
Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11 Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11 (2021) Character: Self
From the immediate aftermath of 9/11 to today stand-up comedians, talk-show hosts, sketch performers, television animators and other entertainers have used often-controversial jokes to unite and heal in the face of tragedy.
Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill (2022) Character: Self
In a night of killer comedy, Bill Burr hosts a showcase of his most raucous stand-up comic pals as they riff on everything from COVID to Michael Jackson.
Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers (2009) Character: Self - Roaster
It's the "Queen of Mean", Joan Rivers turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne (2012) Character: Self
It's Roseanne Barr's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Hugh Hefner The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Hugh Hefner (2001) Character: Self
The Comedy Central Roasts are a series of celebrity roast specials which air on the Comedy Central cable network. This one is for Hugh Hefner.
Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen (2011) Character: Self - Roaster
It's Charlie Sheen's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
Comedy Central Roast of James Franco Comedy Central Roast of James Franco (2013) Character: Self
It's James Franco's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
Jeff Ross Roasts Criminals: Live at Brazos County Jail Jeff Ross Roasts Criminals: Live at Brazos County Jail (2015) Character: Himself
Jeff gives the most dangerous – and enlightening – roast of his life from behind the walls of the Brazos County Jail in Bryan, Texas. In this special he touches on topics surrounding incarceration such as race, solitary confinement and the death penalty.
Comedy Central Roast of William Shatner Comedy Central Roast of William Shatner (2006) Character: Self - Roaster
It's William Shatner's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast. A parade of Shatner's friends have gotten together to boldly go ...
Jeff Ross Roasts America Jeff Ross Roasts America (2012) Character: Himself
Jeff Ross visits several cities across the country, roasting the towns and the residents in volunteer-only speed roasts. Roasting his way through cities including Seattle, Toronto, Las Vegas, Miami and Madison, Ross roasts a statue of Abe Lincoln in Washington D.C., gets roasted by John Rich in Nashville, and in Minneapolis, brings an old friend onstage to tell a very intimate story the way only Jeff Ross can.
Jeffrey Jeffrey (1995) Character: Movie Theater Guy
Jeffrey, a gay man living in New York City with an overwhelming fear of contracting AIDS, concludes that being celibate is the only option to protect himself. As fate would have it, shortly after his declaration of a sex-free existence, he meets the handsome Steve Howard, his dream man -- except for his HIV-positive status. Facing this dilemma, Jeffrey turns to his best friend and an outrageous priest for guidance.
The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle (2000) Character: District Attorney
Rocky and Bullwinkle have been living off the finances made from the reruns of their cartoon show. Boris and Natasha somehow manage to crossover into reality and team up with Fearless Leader, an evil criminal turned media mogul with some evil plans up his sleeve. Rocky and Bullwinkle must stop the three of them before they wreak havoc.
The Roast of Tom Brady The Roast of Tom Brady (2024) Character: Self
Offensive lines. Full-contact comedy. Kevin Hart hosts this all-star roast of NFL legend Tom Brady.
The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Jerry Stiller The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Jerry Stiller (1999) Character: Self
The annual roast of the Friars Club, a fraternal organization for comedians, is a big honor - and yet can be a major embarrassment. The roastee being honored is Jerry Stiller, who played Arthur Spooner on the CBS sitcom King of Queens. Attendees included two at one point named New York City mayors, Police Commissioner Howard Safir, The Golden Girls' Bea Arthur, Dr. Ruth, The Brady Bunch's Florence Henderson, and comedian Janeane Garofalo.
Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav (2007) Character: Self
It's Flavor Flav's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
The Wedding Ringer The Wedding Ringer (2015) Character: Hal Lane
Doug Harris is a loveable but socially awkward groom-to-be with a problem: he has no best man. With less than two weeks to go until he marries the girl of his dreams, Doug is referred to Jimmy Callahan, owner and CEO of Best Man, Inc., a company that provides flattering best men for socially challenged guys in need. What ensues is a hilarious wedding charade as they try to pull off the big con, and an unexpected budding bromance between Doug and his fake best man Jimmy.
Jeff Ross Roasts Cops Jeff Ross Roasts Cops (2016) Character: Himself
Roastmaster General Jeff Ross talks to Black Lives Matter activists, goes on an eye-opening police ride-along, and roasts members of the Boston Police Department.
Isn't She Great Isn't She Great (2000) Character: Shecky
An unsuccessful over-the-top actress becomes a successful over-the-top authoress in this biography of Jacqueline Susann.
Half Baked: Totally High Half Baked: Totally High (2024) Character: Comedian
JR and his friends search for money to bury one of his best friends who died from smoking the most powerful joint in the world.
Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year (2024) Character: Self
Roastmaster General Jeff Ross and a cast of comedians look back at 2024’s most memorable moments in a night of savage laughs and surprises.
National Security National Security (2003) Character: Security Guard
Earl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other. They met on opposite sides of the law during a routine traffic stop that escalated out of control; now as lowly security guards they're thrown together to bust a smuggling operation.
Stuck on You Stuck on You (2003) Character: Beaze Security Guard
In Martha's Vineyard, Mass., conjoined twins Walt and Bob Tenor make the best of their handicap by being the fastest grill cooks in town. While outgoing Walt hopes to one day become a famous actor, shy Bob prefers to stay out of the spotlight. When a fading Hollywood actress, Cher, decides to get her show "Honey and the Beaze" cancelled, she hires Walt -- and his brotherly appendage -- as her costars. But their addition surprisingly achieves the opposite.
Jackass 2.5 Jackass 2.5 (2007) Character: Self
The crew have now set off to finish what as left over from Jackass 2.0, and in this version they have Wee Man use a 'pee' gun on themselves, having a mini motor bike fracas in the grocery mall, a sperm test, a portly crew member disguised as King Kong, as well as include three episodes of their hilarious adventures in India.
Comedy Central Roast of Bruce Willis Comedy Central Roast of Bruce Willis (2018) Character: Self
Bruce Willis goes from "Die Hard" to dead on arrival as some of the biggest names in entertainment serve up punches of their own to Hollywood's go-to action star. And with Roast Master Joseph Gordon-Levitt at the helm, nobody is leaving the dais unscathed.
Along Came Polly Along Came Polly (2004) Character: Wedding Band Leader
Reuben Feffer is a guy who's spent his entire life playing it safe. Polly Prince is irresistible as a free-spirit who lives for the thrill of the moment. When these two comically mismatched souls collide, Reuben's world is turned upside down, as he makes an uproarious attempt to change his life from middle-of-the-road to totally-out-there.
Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate (2019) Character: Self
Hollywood's finest pay tribute to "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In" for an uncensored and unforgettable celebration at The Dolby Theater.
Music Box: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately? Music Box: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately? (2025) Character: Self
An intimate documentary chronicling the rise of the band Counting Crows and the unrelenting pressure that followed their breakout success. Centered on frontman Adam Duritz, the film explores the emotional aftermath of the band’s landmark studio album debut “August and Everything After” and the pressures and creative process of making their follow-up album “Recovering the Satellites.”
Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump (2011) Character: Self
It's Donald Trump's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
Jeffrey Ross: No Offense Jeffrey Ross: No Offense (2008) Character: Himself
When Jeffrey Ross swaggers onto the stand-up stage, no one is safe.Respected and feared as a result of his show-stopping performances at the Comedy Central Roasts, Ross decided to take his hilarious and heartfelt brand of insult humor on the road.
According to Dom According to Dom (2009) Character: Self
This is life according to comic actor Dom DeLuise. We share some rare but casual moments with his friends, like Burt Reynolds, Jeffrey Ross, Dick Van Patten, Charles Durning, David DeLuise, and many more. These 'Hollywood Greats' entertain and reveal great some of the greatest stories, jokes, music, and songs.
Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget (2008) Character: Self
The aggravatingly amiable star of "Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos"
The Emoji Movie The Emoji Movie (2017) Character: Internet Troll (voice)
Gene, a multi-expressional emoji, sets out on a journey to become a normal emoji.
Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber (2015) Character: Self
Several roasters, and the master himself Kevin Hart, make fun of Justin Bieber.
Kill Tony: Kill or Be Killed Kill Tony: Kill or Be Killed (2025) Character: Self - Guest
A bucket, a mic and one minute to win over Tony Hinchcliffe and a panel of famous guests. This is stand-up at its most unforgiving — and unpredictable.
Jeff Ross Roasts the Border Jeff Ross Roasts the Border (2017) Character: Himself
Roastmaster Jeff Ross explores the world surrounding the U.S.-Mexico border, speaking to immigrants, DREAMers, detainees, border patrolers, human traffickers and Trump supporters. Then he puts on a show next to the border wall to roast American immigration policies, random audience volunteers and every ethnicity imaginable.
Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy (2009) Character: Self
Lisa Lampinelli hosts the Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy with Toby Keith, Warren Sapp, Jeff Foxworthy, Greg Giraldo, Nick DiPaolo, Gary Busey, Jeff Ross and Maureen McCormack among others.
Super High Me Super High Me (2007) Character: Self
Determined to find out the true effects of marijuana on the human body, stand-up comedian and former Stoner of the Year Doug Benson documents his experience avoiding pot for 30 days and then consuming massive amounts of the drug for 30 days. More than just an amusing story of one man's quest to get superhigh, this documentary also examines the hotly contested debate over medical marijuana use.
American Dreamz American Dreamz (2006) Character: Oscar
The new season of "American Dreamz," the wildly popular television singing contest, has captured the country's attention, as the competition looks to be between a young Midwestern gal and a showtunes-loving young man from Orange County. Recently awakened President Staton even wants in on the craze, as he signs up for the potential explosive season finale.
Farce of the Penguins Farce of the Penguins (2006) Character: Funny-Looking Bastard (voz)
In this spoof of "March of the Penguins," nature footage of penguins near the South Pole gets a soundtrack of human voices. Carl and Jimmy, best friends, walk 70 miles to the mating grounds where the female penguins wait. The huddled masses of females - especially Melissa and Vicki - talk about males, mating, and what might happen this year. Carl, Jimmy, and the other males make the long trek talking about food, fornication and flatulence. Until this year, Carl's sex life has been dismal, but he falls hard for Melissa. She seems to like him. A crisis develops when Jimmy comes upon something soft in the dark. Can friends forgive? Does parenthood await Carl and Melissa?
Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff (2010) Character: Self - Roaster
Time to hassle the Hoff at the rudest, raunchiest television event of the year--The Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff. From running in slo-mo on the beach to inspiring Germany with the power of cheesy pop--it's almost too easy.
The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live (2008) Character: Director
With songs, dancing and backstage antics, The Muppets and Disney Channel's biggest stars team up for another fun variety show.
Comedy Central Roast of Rob Lowe Comedy Central Roast of Rob Lowe (2016) Character: Self
It's Rob Lowe's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.
A Novel Romance A Novel Romance (2011) Character: Douglas Silver
Nate Shepherd, late 40's, and Jenny Sparks, early 30's, meet in a fancy New York eatery. Complete strangers who have had a rotten day, waiting for their better halves, they reveal to one another that they are going to meet new people tonight. They quickly realize they are waiting for each other. When Nate loses his girlfriend (after getting fired from his cushy job at an ad agency) and Jenny loses her boyfriend to a drug overdose, Nate's girlfriend suggests that they should move in together as friends to split the rent and ease each others pain. As their friendship grows into something more, their relationship becomes a loving but complicated experience.
Kill Tony: Mayhem at Madison Square Garden Kill Tony: Mayhem at Madison Square Garden (2025) Character: Self
With one minute to impress Tony Hinchcliffe and his star-studded panel, newbie stand-ups risk it all on the hallowed ground of Madison Square Garden.
Comedy Central Roast of Alec Baldwin Comedy Central Roast of Alec Baldwin (2019) Character: Self
Sean Hayes serves as roast master as it is Alec Baldwin's turn in the hot seat. Robert De Niro, Jeff Ross, and Caitlyn Jenner among others take jabs at the actor/comedian.
Shaq's All Star Comedy Roast 2: Emmitt Smith Shaq's All Star Comedy Roast 2: Emmitt Smith (2003) Character: Self
A dream team of sports celebrities and comedians join megastars Shaquille O’Neal and Jamie Foxx to roast NFL superstar, Emmitt Smith, at the world famous MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Shaq and Jamie are joined by an all star-studded line up including: Mo’nique, Guy Torry, Joe Torry, Jeff Ross, Michael Coylar, Jimmy Johnson, Michael Irvin, Dick Gregory, Stuart Scott, Daryl Johnston and more! No one was safe when this outrageous group took the stage. They showed no mercy for Emmitt, Shaq, or each other. Hilariously funny, unconventional and irreverent, Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Roast II is 90 minutes of non-stop laughter!
Fired! Fired! (2007) Character: Self
When actress Annabelle Gurwitch was fired from a play by Woody Allen, she wondered how she would cope with being downsized by a cultural icon. Turning to friends in show business, she was assured she was not alone. Everyone she knew, from her rabbi to her gynaecologist, had their own account of getting the boot. Featuring interviews with comedians, economists and regular working folks, and drawing on her hugely popular book, Fired! is a humorous look at downsizing in America.
The Aristocrats The Aristocrats (2005) Character: Self
One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.
Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson (2005) Character: Self
Comedy Central's best roasters and stand up comedians take a whack at actor/model Pamela Anderson.
Encino Woman Encino Woman (1996) Character: Mr. Smith
After thawing, a young prehistoric woman, Lucy, gets herself taken care of by David, a young intern at a marketing firm. Working on a campaign ad for a cosmetics company, David becomes Mr. Bigshot when his protégé is chosen to be the model/spokeswoman for her animal personality.
Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute (2022) Character: Self
Bob Saget’s friends and family honor the late comedian during a night of laughter and music with Jim Carrey, Chris Rock, Jeff Ross, John Stamos and more.
The Best of Netflix Is a Joke: The Festival The Best of Netflix Is a Joke: The Festival (2022) Character: Self
Top stand-ups and rising stars sound off on sex, parenting, politics, pettiness and more in these highlights from the Netflix Is a Joke comedy festival.
Heckler Heckler (2007) Character: Self
HECKLER is a comedic feature documentary exploring the increasingly critical world we live in. After starring in a film that was critically bashed, Jamie Kennedy takes on hecklers and critics and ask some interesting questions of people such as George Lucas, Bill Maher, Mike Ditka, Rob Zombie, Howie Mandel and many more. This fast moving, hilarious documentary pulls no punches as you see an uncensored look at just how nasty and mean the fight is between those in the spotlight and those in the dark.
Flock of Dudes Flock of Dudes (2015) Character: Masterbator
A 30-something year old decides to "break up" with his best buds in order to finally grow up.
Give It Up for Greg Giraldo Give It Up for Greg Giraldo (2011) Character: Self
A tribute special featuring some of the biggest names in comedy reminiscing about the late, great stand-up. It's a great way to celebrate and remember Greg, but if you want to do more than just celebrate and remember him, you now have an opportunity to help out his family too.
Ricky Stanicky Ricky Stanicky (2024) Character: Rabbi Greenberg
When three childhood best friends pull a prank gone wrong, they invent the imaginary Ricky Stanicky to get them out of trouble. Twenty years later, the trio still uses the nonexistent Ricky as a handy alibi for their immature behavior. But when their spouses and partners get suspicious and demand to finally meet the fabled Mr. Stanicky, the guilty trio decide to hire a washed-up actor and raunchy celebrity impersonator to bring him to life.
Gilbert Gilbert (2017) Character: Self
The life and career of one of comedy's most inimitable modern voices, Mr. Gilbert Gottfried.
National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie (2012) Character: Self (uncredited)
Two college film students set out to make an homage to Charlie LaRue, not for art or for money. They're doing it to get a hot chick.
One, Two, Many One, Two, Many (2008) Character: Ernie
A modern-day romance that follows one man's quest to find the girl of his dreams: one who wants to do it with him and another girl.
The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up (2022) Character: Self
In this comedy special, Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler and Dave Chappelle honor George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams and Richard Pryor.



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