George Jessel
Acting
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.
Known for
2019Sid & Judy
Self (archive footage)
2018The Other Side of the Wind
George Jessel
1997Frank Capra's American Dream
Self (archive footage)
1983Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
1981Reds
Himself - Witness
1979Diary of a Young Comic
Himself
1976Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Awards Announcer
1970The Phynx
George Jessel
1970The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
Self (voice)
1969Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
The Presence
1967Valley of the Dolls
MC Grammy Awards
1967The Busy Body
Mr. Fessel
1959Juke Box Rhythm
George Jessel
1957Wonders of New Orleans
Commentator
1957Beau James
George Jessel
1953Yesterday and Today
Narrator (voice)
1944Four Jills in a Jeep
Master of Ceremonies
1943Stage Door Canteen
George Jessel
1934Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
George Jessel
1931George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
1931It Might Be Worse
George
1929Happy Days
Minstrel Show Performer
1929Love, Live & Laugh
Luigi
1929Lucky Boy
George Jessel