Known For
Acting
Born
Apr 03, 1898
Died
May 23, 1981
Place of Birth
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Credits
59 titles
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.
Known For
Filmography
Sid & Judy
Self (archive footage)
The Other Side of the Wind
George Jessel
Frank Capra's American Dream
Self (archive footage)
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Reds
Himself - Witness
Diary of a Young Comic
Himself
Vega$
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Awards Announcer
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
Self (voice)
The Phynx
George Jessel
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
The Presence
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self
Valley of the Dolls
MC Grammy Awards
The Busy Body
Mr. Fessel
Hollywood Squares
Self - Center Square
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
The Merv Griffin Show
Self
The Mike Douglas Show
Self
Startime
Self
Juke Box Rhythm
George Jessel
Wonders of Puerto Rico
Narrator
Wonders of Chicago
Narrator
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Self
Beau James
George Jessel
Wonders of New Orleans
Commentator
The Steve Allen Show
Self
The Jimmy Durante Show
Self
Yesterday and Today
Narrator (voice)
Tonight We Sing
Producer
The I Don't Care Girl
Producer
Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie
Producer
Golden Girl
Producer
Anne of the Indies
Producer
The Jack Benny Program
George Jessel
The Colgate Comedy Hour
Self
What's My Line?
Self
Dancing in the Dark
Producer
Oh, You Beautiful Doll
Producer
You're My Everything
Story
When My Baby Smiles at Me
Producer
The Ed Sullivan Show
Self
Nightmare Alley
Producer
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now
Songs
Do You Love Me
Producer
Four Jills in a Jeep
Master of Ceremonies
Stage Door Canteen
George Jessel
Vivacious Lady
Songs
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
George Jessel
Private Jones
Adaptation
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir