Most Recent Role: Eulogist on Vegas
Gender: Male
Birthplace: Bronx, New York U.S.A.
Birthday: 4-3-1898
Birth Name: George E. Jessel
Date of Death: 5-23-1981
Cause of Death: Heart Attack
Gender: Male
Birthplace: Bronx, New York U.S.A.
Birthday: 4-3-1898
Birth Name: George E. Jessel
Date of Death: 5-23-1981
Cause of Death: Heart Attack
George Jessel was multi-talented, having begun at the age of 11 in Vaudeville with Eddie Cantor, he went on to become known as a singer/actor/comedian/Broadway star/producer/composer/songwriter. He was widely known by his nickname, the "Toastmaster General of the United States" (a parody of Postmaster General) for his frequent role as the master of ceremonies at political and entertainment...
Most Recent Appearance
The Games Girls Play
Wednesday 27 September 1978 on ABC
Three Beverly Hills wives who added some excitement to their lives by posing as call girls get more than they expected when a senator is threatened with blackmail photographs.
George Jessel's Hollywood Walk of Fame star is located at 1777 Vine Street.
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George Jessel hosted the 9th Annual Academy Awards.
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George was awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian award in 1969.
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He was one of the founding members of the Friar's Club.
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Other Appearances
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Four Star Revue
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Jackie Gleason and His American Scene Magazine
Regular (1965-1966) |
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The Merv Griffin Show
Himself |
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Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Episode #32 Cameo Appearance |
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Four Star Revue
This big-time, big-budget variety series starred Danny Thomas, Jimmy Durante, Jack Carson and Ed Wynn--the four stars of the title--with each hosting a different week in the month. Four Star... more Jackie Gleason and His American Scene Magazine
The Great One returns to his forte, the comedy/variety show, with this splashy series. After the show's introduction, provided by a bevy of gorgeous models, The June Taylor Dancers performed... more
This big-time, big-budget variety series starred Danny Thomas, Jimmy Durante, Jack Carson and Ed Wynn--the four stars of the title--with each hosting a different week in the month. Four Star... more Jackie Gleason and His American Scene Magazine
The Great One returns to his forte, the comedy/variety show, with this splashy series. After the show's introduction, provided by a bevy of gorgeous models, The June Taylor Dancers performed... more
