
Actor
George Jessel
Born April 3, 1898 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Died May 23, 198122 films
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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First watchThe Other Side of the Wind20186.7as George JesselAt a media-swamped party to celebrate his seventieth birthday and screen his avant-garde film-in-progress, a legendary but jaded Hollywood director is faced both with voracious fans and…View filmEssential films
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22 films as actor- 2018The Other Side of the WindGeorge Jessel
- 1976Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved HollywoodAwards Announcer
- 1970The PhynxGeorge Jessel
- 1969Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?The Presence
- 1967Valley of the DollsMC Grammy Awards
- 1967The Busy BodyMr. Fessel
- 1959Juke Box RhythmGeorge Jessel
- 1957Beau JamesGeorge Jessel
- 1957Wonders of New OrleansCommentator
- 1944Four Jills in a JeepMaster of Ceremonies
- 1943Stage Door CanteenGeorge Jessel
- 1934Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9George Jessel
- 1931George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
- 1931It Might Be WorseGeorge
- 1930Politics
- 1929Love, Live & LaughLuigi
- 1929Happy DaysMinstrel Show Performer
- 1929Lucky BoyGeorge Jessel
- 1928George Washington CohenGeorge Washington Cohen
- 1927Ginsberg the GreatJohnny Ginsberg
- 1927Sailor Izzy MurphyIzzy Murphy
- 1926Private Izzy MurphyI. Patrick Murphy
