George Jessel
Known for
Acting
Born
April 3, 1898
Birthplace
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Died
May 23, 1981 (aged 83)
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.
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Best known work
Reds
1981
Nightmare Alley
1947
The Other Side of the Wind
2018
Valley of the Dolls
1967
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
Vivacious Lady
1938
Anne of the Indies
1951
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968
What's My Line?
1950
Vega$
1978Filmography
2019
Sid & Judyas Self (archive footage)
2018
The Other Side of the Windas George Jessel
1997
Frank Capra's American Dreamas Self (archive footage)
1983
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footageas Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
1981
Redsas Himself - Witness
1979
Diary of a Young Comicas Himself
1978
Vega$TV1976
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywoodas Awards Announcer
1970
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comediansas Self (voice)
1970
The Phynxas George Jessel
1969
1968
1967
Valley of the Dollsas MC Grammy Awards
1967
The Busy Bodyas Mr. Fessel
1966
1962
1962
1961
1959
1959
Juke Box Rhythmas George Jessel
1958
Wonders of Puerto Ricoas Narrator
1958
Wonders of Chicagoas Narrator
1957
1957
Beau Jamesas George Jessel
1957
Wonders of New Orleansas Commentator