George Jessel
Born:
1898-04-03
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 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.
Acting
Sid & Judy
The Other Side of the Wind
Frank Capra's American Dream
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Reds
Diary of a Young Comic
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
The Phynx
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
Valley of the Dolls
The Busy Body
Juke Box Rhythm
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Wonders of Puerto Rico
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Wonders of Chicago
Beau James
Wonders of New Orleans
Yesterday and Today
Four Jills in a Jeep
Stage Door Canteen
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
It Might Be Worse
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Politics
