Maz Jobrani

Maziyar "Maz" Jobrani (Persian: مازیار جبرانی) 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' , and ' Dragonfly' . He is also known for playing Jafar, Jay's father, in the first film of the series, Descendants.