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. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Jessel (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography (45 titles)
7.4MovieSid & Judy
Self (archive footage) · 2019
6.7MovieThe Other Side of the Wind
George Jessel · 2018
6.3MovieFrank Capra's American Dream
Self (archive footage) · 1997
7.0MovieHollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Self (archive footage) (uncredited) · 1983
6.9MovieReds
Himself - Witness · 1981
7.0MovieDiary of a Young Comic
Himself · 1979
6.9ShowVega$
1978
4.4MovieWon Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Awards Announcer · 1976
6.0MovieThe Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
Self (voice) · 1970
3.6MovieThe Phynx
George Jessel · 1970
4.8MovieCan Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
The Presence · 1969
6.8ShowRowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self · 1968
6.0MovieValley of the Dolls
MC Grammy Awards · 1967
7.2MovieThe Busy Body
Mr. Fessel · 1967
7.5ShowHollywood Squares
Self - Center Square · 1966
6.8ShowThe Merv Griffin Show
Self · 1962
7.5ShowThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self · 1962
5.8ShowThe Mike Douglas Show
Self · 1961
6.8ShowStartime
Self · 1959
7.7MovieJuke Box Rhythm
George Jessel · 1959
Wonders of Puerto Rico
Narrator · 1958
Wonders of Chicago
Narrator · 1958
7.5ShowTonight Starring Jack Paar
Self · 1957
5.4MovieBeau James
George Jessel · 1957