Turkey (Dog)
Jason Mantzoukas had a rescue dog named Turkey that was a Beagle Pitbull mix. He was asked if he had any pets at the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum in May 2019 and he said this, “I had a dog named Turkey. Turkey the dog — who died a few years ago. Most important animal my life, without a doubt. … She was like a beautiful Beagle pit mix — like a rescue — so I’m not sure how old she was. But I had her for like four years. Not long. She went into kidney failure. It was heartbreaking. I’d love to show you a lot of pictures of her corpse right now, right here. No? You don’t want see pictures of my dog’s corpse? Oh, OK!””””
Jason Mantzoukas
Jason Mantzoukas is an American actor, comedian, and writer who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry with his unique brand of humor. Mantzoukas began his career in the early 2000s as a writer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York City. He quickly transitioned to acting, earning his first big break in the television series “The League.” Since then, he has appeared in several popular television shows, including “Parks and Recreation,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” and “Big Mouth.” Mantzoukas has also lent his voice to animated projects such as “Rick and Morty” and “Bob’s Burgers.”
In addition to his acting work, Mantzoukas is a frequent collaborator with other artists and celebrities. He has worked with actors such as Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, and Amy Poehler, as well as comedians like Paul Scheer and June Diane Raphael. Mantzoukas has also collaborated with popular podcasts, including “Comedy Bang! Bang!” and “How Did This Get Made?”
Mantzoukas is also a passionate animal lover and advocate. He has been involved in several animal welfare organizations, including the Best Friends Animal Society, and has used his platform to raise awareness about animal rights issues. In 2019, he participated in a PETA campaign advocating for animal adoption and has frequently encouraged his fans to adopt pets from animal shelters.
Mantzoukas’ accomplishments as an actor and comedian have been recognized with several nominations and awards. He has been nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award, the Primetime Emmy Award, and the Critics’ Choice Television Award for his performances on various television shows.