George Jessel
Biography
George Albert "Georgie" Jessel (April 3, 1898 – May 23, 1981) was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and film producer. He was famous in his lifetime as a multitalented comedic entertainer, achieving a level of recognition that transcended his limited roles in movies. He was widely known by his nickname, the "Toastmaster General of the United States," for his frequent role as the master of ceremonies at political and entertainment gatherings. Jessel originated the title role in the stage production of The Jazz Singer. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Jessel (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Movies (37)
Sid & Judy
as Self (archive footage)
2019
The Other Side of the Wind
as George Jessel
2018
Frank Capra's American Dream
as Self (archive footage)
1997
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
1983
Reds
as Himself - Witness
1981
Diary of a Young Comic
as Himself
1979
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
as Awards Announcer
1976
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
as Self (voice)
1970
The Phynx
as George Jessel
1970
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
as The Presence
1969
Valley of the Dolls
as MC Grammy Awards
1967
The Busy Body
as Mr. Fessel
1967
Juke Box Rhythm
as George Jessel
1959
Wonders of Puerto Rico
as Narrator
1958
Wonders of Chicago
as Narrator
1958
Beau James
as George Jessel
1957
Wonders of New Orleans
as Commentator
1957
Yesterday and Today
as Narrator (voice)
1953
Tonight We Sing
Producer (Production)
1953
The I Don't Care Girl
Producer (Production)
1953
Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie
Producer (Production)
1952
Golden Girl
Producer (Production)
1951
Anne of the Indies
Producer (Production)
1951
Dancing in the Dark
Producer (Production)
1949
Oh, You Beautiful Doll
Producer (Production)
1949
You're My Everything
Story (Writing)
1949
When My Baby Smiles at Me
Producer (Production)
1948
Nightmare Alley
Producer (Production)
1947
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now
Songs (Sound)
1947
Do You Love Me
Producer (Production)
1946
Four Jills in a Jeep
as Master of Ceremonies
1944
Stage Door Canteen
as George Jessel
1943
Vivacious Lady
Songs (Sound)
1938
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
as George Jessel
1934
Private Jones
Adaptation (Writing)
1933
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
1931
It Might Be Worse
as George
1931
TV Shows (13)
Vega$
1978
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
as Self
1968
The Merv Griffin Show
as Self
1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self
1962
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self
1961
Startime
1959
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
as Self
1957
The Steve Allen Show
as Self
1956
The Jimmy Durante Show
as Self
1954
The Jack Benny Program
as George Jessel
1950
The Colgate Comedy Hour
as Self
1950
What's My Line?
as Self
1950
The Ed Sullivan Show
as Self
1948