George Jessel
Born April 03, 1898 (Age: 128)
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The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
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 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.
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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Filmography
Frank Capra's American Dream
1997
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as Self (archive footage)
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Age: 99
Reds
1981
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as Himself - Witness
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Age: 83
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
1970
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as Self (voice)
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Age: 72
Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?
1969
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as The Presence
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Age: 70
Juke Box Rhythm
1959
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as George Jessel
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Age: 61
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Wonders of Puerto Rico
1958
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as Narrator
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Age: 60
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Wonders of Chicago
1958
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as Narrator
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Age: 60
Yesterday and Today
1953
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as Narrator (voice)
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Age: 55
George Jessel and His Russian Art Choir
1931
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as
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Age: 32
It Might Be Worse
1931
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as George
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Age: 32
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Politics
1930
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as
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Age: 32