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George Jessel

George Jessel

Birthday: 1898-04-03 | Place of Birth: 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.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2019
Sid & Judy

as    Self (archive footage)

1979
Diary of a Young Comic

as    Himself

1959
Juke Box Rhythm

as    George Jessel

1958
Wonders of Chicago

as    Narrator

1958
Wonders of Puerto Rico

as    Narrator

1953
Yesterday and Today

as    Narrator (voice)

1934
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9

as    George Jessel

1927
Ginsberg the Great

as    Johnny Ginsberg

1926
Private Izzy Murphy

as    I. Patrick Murphy