George Jessel
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
- 1978Vega$1 ep.
- 1966Hollywood SquaresSelf - Center Square4 ep.
- 1962The Merv Griffin ShowSelf8 ep.
- 1961The Mike Douglas ShowSelf6 ep.
- 1959StartimeSelf1 ep.
- 1957Tonight Starring Jack PaarSelf4 ep.
- 1956The Steve Allen ShowSelf3 ep.
- 1954The Jimmy Durante ShowSelf1 ep.
- 1950The Jack Benny ProgramGeorge Jessel1 ep.
- 1950The Colgate Comedy HourSelf4 ep.
- 1950What's My Line?Self3 ep.
Guest appearances
- 1978Vega$1 ep.
- 1962The Mike Douglas ShowSelf, Self - Co-Host6 ep.
- 1962The Merv Griffin ShowSelf8 ep.
- 1969Rowan & Martin's Laugh-InSelf1 ep.
- 1966Hollywood SquaresSelf - Center Square4 ep.
- 1951What's My Line?Self3 ep.
- 1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonSelf3 ep.
- 1957Tonight Starring Jack PaarSelf4 ep.
- 1961The Ed Sullivan ShowSelf1 ep.
- 1959StartimeSelf1 ep.
- 1957The Steve Allen ShowSelf3 ep.
- 1957The Jack Benny ProgramGeorge Jessel1 ep.
- 1955The Jimmy Durante ShowSelf1 ep.
- 1953The Colgate Comedy HourSelf4 ep.
Also known as: George Albert "Georgie" Jessel · George Albert Jessel · Toastmaster General of the United States