George Jessel

George Jessel

Musician · US · 1898–1981

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Achievements

Award
Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
Award
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Passport
Country

US

Born

1898-04-03

Died

1981-05-23

Instruments

voice

Identifiers & aliases
ISNI

0000000114728674

Description

American actor, singer, songwriter, film producer (1898-1981)

Extract from Wikipedia

George Albert "Georgie" Jessel 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.

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