Acting
George Jessel
EN, XX cinema · 45 credits
Born
3 April 1898
Died
23 May 1981 (aged 83)
Birthplace
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Also known as George Albert "Georgie" Jessel · George Albert Jessel · Toastmaster General of the United States
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
as Self (archive footage)
The Other Side of the Wind
as George Jessel
Frank Capra's American Dream
as Self (archive footage)
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Reds
as Himself - Witness
Diary of a Young Comic
as Himself
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
as Awards Announcer
The Phynx
as George Jessel
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
as Self (voice)
Valley of the Dolls
as MC Grammy Awards
The Busy Body
as Mr. Fessel
Juke Box Rhythm
as George Jessel
Wonders of New Orleans
as Commentator
Beau James
as George Jessel
Yesterday and Today
as Narrator (voice), Writer
Tonight We Sing
Producer
Golden Girl
Producer
Anne of the Indies
Producer
Dancing in the Dark
Producer
Nightmare Alley
Producer
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now
Songs, Producer, Additional Writing
Do You Love Me
Producer
Four Jills in a Jeep
as Master of Ceremonies
Stage Door Canteen
as George Jessel
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
as George Jessel
Private Jones
Adaptation
It Might Be Worse
as George
Happy Days
as Minstrel Show Performer
Love, Live & Laugh
as Luigi, Dialogue
Lucky Boy
as George Jessel, Screenplay
George Washington Cohen
1928
George Washington Cohen
as George Washington Cohen
Sailor Izzy Murphy
as Izzy Murphy
Ginsberg the Great
as Johnny Ginsberg
Private Izzy Murphy
as I. Patrick Murphy