George Jessel

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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Filmography (44 Appearances)

Sid & Judy

2019

The Other Side of the Wind

2018

Frank Capra's American Dream

1997

Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage

1983

Reds

1981

Diary of a Young Comic

1979

Vega$

1978

Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood

1976

The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians

1970

The Phynx

1970

Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?

1969

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In

1968

Valley of the Dolls

1967

The Busy Body

1967

The Merv Griffin Show

1962

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

1962

The Mike Douglas Show

1961

Startime

1959

Juke Box Rhythm

1959

Wonders of Puerto Rico

1958

Wonders of Chicago

1958

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

1957

Beau James

1957

Wonders of New Orleans

1957

The Steve Allen Show

1956

The Jimmy Durante Show

1954

Yesterday and Today

1953

The Jack Benny Program

1950

The Colgate Comedy Hour

1950

What's My Line?

1950

The Ed Sullivan Show

1948

Four Jills in a Jeep

1944

Stage Door Canteen

1943

Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9

1934

George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir

1931

It Might Be Worse

1931

Politics

1930

Love, Live & Laugh

1929

Happy Days

1929

Lucky Boy

1929

George Washington Cohen

1928

Ginsberg the Great

1927

Sailor Izzy Murphy

1927

Private Izzy Murphy

1926 Debut
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