George Jessel
Known for ActingBorn 1898-04-03 — died 1981-05-23The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
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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Known for
Valley of the Dolls
1967 · as MC Grammy Awards
Reds
1981 · as Himself - Witness
The Other Side of the Wind
2018 · as George Jessel
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976 · as Awards Announcer
Happy Days
1929 · as Minstrel Show Performer
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
1983 · as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Sid & Judy
2019 · as Self (archive footage)
Stage Door Canteen
1943 · as George Jessel
The Busy Body
1967 · as Mr. Fessel
Frank Capra's American Dream
1997 · as Self (archive footage)
Love, Live & Laugh
1929 · as Luigi
The Phynx
1970 · as George Jessel
Private Izzy Murphy
1926 · as I. Patrick Murphy
Beau James
1957 · as George Jessel
Sailor Izzy Murphy
1927 · as Izzy Murphy
Diary of a Young Comic
1979 · as Himself
Lucky Boy
1929 · as George Jessel
Ginsberg the Great
1927 · as Johnny Ginsberg