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20. Mai 2024 · George Jessel (born April 3, 1898, New York City—died May 24, 1981, Los Angeles) was an American comedian, actor, writer, composer, and producer, whose skill as a dinner speaker earned him the honorary title of Toastmaster General of the United States.
Vor 2 Tagen · The trio had toured the vaudeville circuit as "The Gumm Sisters" for many years by the time they performed in Chicago at the Oriental Theater with George Jessel in 1934. He encouraged the group to choose a more appealing name after "Gumm" was met with laughter from the audience. According to theater legend, their act was once erroneously billed at a Chicago theater as "The Glum Sisters".
5. Mai 2024 · "Jessel George" published on by Oxford University Press. b. 3 April 1898, New York City, New York, USA, d. 24 May 1981, Los Angeles, California, USA. Born into a showbusiness family, Jessel sang professionally from early childhood and at the age of 11 was in vaudeville with 17-year old ...
Vor einem Tag · Doctor Zoidberg's voice was based on Lou Jacobi and George Jessel. The character of Zapp Brannigan was originally created for and intended to be performed by Phil Hartman. Hartman insisted on auditioning for the role, and "just nailed it" according to Groening. Due to Hartman's death, West was given the role. West states that his version of ...
8. Mai 2024 · (from left to right) Fred Allen, Jack Benny, George Jessel, Eddie Fisher, Jessie Black, Bob Hope, Helen Hayes, Ted Lewis, and Danny Kaye at George Jessel's Friar's Club roast at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in NYC. Jessie Black, is shown presenting a Friar's Award to Jessel — February 21, 1954
15. Mai 2024 · The historical moment occurred when comedian George Jessel suggested during one performance that those talented girls deserved something theatrical, like “Garland.” A year later, she also changed her first name, taking inspiration from Hoagy Carmichael’s famous song, "Judy".
Vor 4 Tagen · His acting career continued as he starred in the sitcom The Bill Cosby Show, which ran for two seasons from 1969 to 1971. In 1972, using the Fat Albert character developed during his stand-up routines, Cosby created, produced, and hosted the animated comedy television series Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids which ran until 1985, centering on a group of young friends growing up in an urban area.
