George Jessel
Actor
- Born
- April 3, 1898
- Died
- May 23, 1981 (age 83)
- From
- The 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…
Filmography (31)
Sid & Judy (2019)Self (archive footage)
The Other Side of the Wind (2018)George Jessel
Frank Capra's American Dream (1997)Self (archive footage)
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage (1983)Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Reds (1981)Himself - Witness
Diary of a Young Comic (1979)Himself
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood (1976)Awards Announcer
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians (1970)Self (voice)
The Phynx (1970)George Jessel
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness? (1969)The Presence
Valley of the Dolls (1967)MC Grammy Awards
The Busy Body (1967)Mr. Fessel
Juke Box Rhythm (1959)George Jessel- Wonders of Puerto RicoWonders of Puerto Rico (1958)Narrator
- Wonders of ChicagoWonders of Chicago (1958)Narrator
Beau James (1957)George Jessel
Wonders of New Orleans (1957)Commentator
Yesterday and Today (1953)Narrator (voice)
Four Jills in a Jeep (1944)Master of Ceremonies
Stage Door Canteen (1943)George Jessel
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9 (1934)George Jessel
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir (1931)
It Might Be Worse (1931)George- PoliticsPolitics (1930)
Love, Live & Laugh (1929)Luigi
Happy Days (1929)Minstrel Show Performer
Lucky Boy (1929)George Jessel- George Washington CohenGeorge Washington Cohen (1928)George Washington Cohen
Ginsberg the Great (1927)Johnny Ginsberg
Sailor Izzy Murphy (1927)Izzy Murphy