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George Jessel

Actor / Film Producer / Singer-songwriter | * 04/03/1898 († 83, 05/24/1981) | New York City, New York (United States of America (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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Most frequent genres for this person: Comedies | Drama | Music

Known for these Movies & Shows

Awards & Nominations for George Jessel

Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Movies with George Jessel as Actor(23)

as Self (archive footage)2019 Sid & Judy
as Self (archive footage)1997 Frank Capra's American Dream
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)1983 Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
as Himself - Witness1981 Reds
as himself1979 Diary of a Young Comic
as himself1970 The Phynx
as Mr. Fessel1967 The Busy Body
as MC Grammy Awards1967 Valley of the Dolls
as himself1959 Juke Box Rhythm
as himself1957 Beau James
as Narrator (voice)1953 Yesterday and Today
as Master of Ceremonies1944 Four Jills in a Jeep
as himself1943 Stage Door Canteen
as George1931 It Might Be Worse
as Luigi1929 Love, Live & Laugh
as Minstrel Show Performer1929 Happy Days

TV Shows/Series with George Jessel as Actor(12)

1978 Vega$
as himself1962 The Merv Griffin Show
as Self - Co-Host1961 The Mike Douglas Show
as himself1956 The Steve Allen Show
as himself1954 The Jimmy Durante Show
as himself1950 The Jack Benny Program
as Self - Mystery Guest1950 What's My Line?
as himself1948 The Ed Sullivan Show

Movies with George Jessel as Crew(14)

Writing/Writer1953 Yesterday and Today
Production/Producer1953 Tonight We Sing
Production/Producer1953 The I Don't Care Girl
Production/Producer1952 Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie
Production/Producer1951 Anne of the Indies
Production/Producer1949 Oh, You Beautiful Doll
Writing/Story1949 You're My Everything
Production/Producer1949 Dancing in the Dark
Production/Producer1948 When My Baby Smiles at Me
Production/Producer1947 Nightmare Alley
Sound/Songs1938 Vivacious Lady
Writing/Adaptation1933 Private Jones
Writing/Dialogue1929 Love, Live & Laugh
Writing/Screenplay1929 Lucky Boy

Full Name: George Jessel
Born: Sunday, 04/03 1898 (April) in New York City, New York (United States of America (USA))
Died: Sunday, 05/24 1981 (May) in Los Angeles (aged: 83)
Zodiac sign: Aries (Chinese zodiac sign: Dog)
Languages: English (EN, native language)
Spouses (current/former): Norma Talmadge, Lois Andrews
Other names for George Jessel (nicknames, foreign languages etc.):
"George Jessel (Schauspieler)"
George Jessel frequently works together with these people:
Jerry Lewis (13x, Actor)
Arlene Dahl (12x, Actress)
Johnny Carson (12x, Actor)
Charlton Heston (11x, Actor)
Kirk Douglas (11x, Actor)
Mickey Rooney (11x, Actor)
Abbe Lane (11x, Actress)
Jackie Gleason (10x, Actor)
Milton Berle (10x, Actor)
Peter Lawford (10x, Actor)
Red Buttons (10x, Actor)
Thomas Little (6x, Crew)
WatchPlayStream ID: PEOPLE:486649, Added: 10/04/2018, Last updated: 03/22/2024