George Jessel
Acting
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Acting Credits
Biography
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 pro...
Known For
Filmography
Sid & Judy
2019
as Self (archive footage)
The Other Side of the Wind
2018
as George Jessel
Frank Capra's American Dream
1997
as Self (archive footage)
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
1983
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Reds
1981
as Himself - Witness
Diary of a Young Comic
1979
as Himself
Vega$
1978
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976
as Awards Announcer
The Phynx
1970
as George Jessel
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
1970
as Self (voice)
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
1969
as The Presence
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968
as Self
Valley of the Dolls
1967
as MC Grammy Awards
The Busy Body
1967
as Mr. Fessel
Hollywood Squares
1966
as Self - Center Square
The Merv Griffin Show
1962
as Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self
The Mike Douglas Show
1961
as Self
The Mike Douglas Show
1961
as Self - Co-Host
Juke Box Rhythm
1959
as George Jessel
Startime
1959
as Self
Wonders of Chicago
1958
as Narrator
Wonders of Puerto Rico
1958
as Narrator
Wonders of New Orleans
1957
as Commentator
Beau James
1957
as George Jessel
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
1957
as Self
The Steve Allen Show
1956
as Self
The Jimmy Durante Show
1954
as Self
Yesterday and Today
1953
as Narrator (voice)
The Colgate Comedy Hour
1950
as Self
The Jack Benny Program
1950
as George Jessel
What's My Line?
1950
as Self
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
as Self
Four Jills in a Jeep
1944
as Master of Ceremonies
Stage Door Canteen
1943
as George Jessel
Rambling 'Round Radio Row #9
1934
as George Jessel
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
1931
It Might Be Worse
1931
as George
Politics
1930
Happy Days
1929
as Minstrel Show Performer
Love, Live & Laugh
1929
as Luigi
Lucky Boy
1929
as George Jessel
George Washington Cohen
1928
as George Washington Cohen
Sailor Izzy Murphy
1927
as Izzy Murphy
Ginsberg the Great
1927
as Johnny Ginsberg
Private Izzy Murphy
1926
as I. Patrick Murphy