George Jessel
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- April 3, 1898
- Died
- May 23, 1981
- Birthplace
- 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 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
Sid & Judy 2019
as Self (archive footage)
The Other Side of the Wind 2018
as George Jessel
Frank Capra's American Dream 1997
as Self (archive footage)
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage 1983
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Reds 1981
as Himself - Witness
Diary of a Young Comic 1979
as Himself
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood 1976
as Awards Announcer
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians 1970
as Self (voice)
The Phynx 1970
as George Jessel
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness? 1969
as The Presence
Valley of the Dolls 1967
as MC Grammy Awards
The Busy Body 1967
as Mr. Fessel
Juke Box Rhythm 1959
as George Jessel
- Wonders of Puerto Rico
Wonders of Puerto Rico 1958
as Narrator
- Wonders of Chicago
Wonders of Chicago 1958
as Narrator
Beau James 1957
as George Jessel
Wonders of New Orleans 1957
as Commentator
Yesterday and Today 1953
as Narrator (voice), Writer
Tonight We Sing 1953
Producer
The I Don't Care Girl 1953
Producer
Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie 1952
Producer
Golden Girl 1951
Producer
Anne of the Indies 1951
Producer
Dancing in the Dark 1949
Producer
Oh, You Beautiful Doll 1949
Producer
You're My Everything 1949
Story
When My Baby Smiles at Me 1948
Producer
Nightmare Alley 1947
Producer
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now 1947
Songs, Producer, Additional Writing
Do You Love Me 1946
Producer
Four Jills in a Jeep 1944
as Master of Ceremonies
Stage Door Canteen 1943
as George Jessel
Vivacious Lady 1938
Songs
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9 1934
as George Jessel
Private Jones 1933
Adaptation
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir 1931
Actor
It Might Be Worse 1931
as George
- Politics
Politics 1930
Actor
Love, Live & Laugh 1929
as Luigi, Dialogue
Happy Days 1929
as Minstrel Show Performer
Lucky Boy 1929
as George Jessel, Screenplay
- George Washington Cohen
George Washington Cohen 1928
as George Washington Cohen
Ginsberg the Great 1927
as Johnny Ginsberg
Sailor Izzy Murphy 1927
as Izzy Murphy
Private Izzy Murphy 1926
as I. Patrick Murphy
Credits from TMDB.