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Other Works:
The War Song (1928). Written by
Sam Spewack,
Bella Spewack and
George Jessel. Directed by Albert Lewis. National Theatre: 24 Sep 1928- Dec 1928 (closing date unknown/80 performances). Cast: Ted Athey, Harry Bass, T.F. Benson,
Shirley Booth (as "Emily Rosen"), Clyde Franklyn,
William Gargan (as "Priv...
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Alternate Names:
George E. Jessel
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Did You Know?
Personal Quote:
[on receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian
Award, 1969)] For a minute I thought I was dead. I've waited a long time, but it shows that God's delay is not God's denial.
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Trivia:
Hosted the Academy Awards in 1937.
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Trademark:
Theme song: "My Mother's Eyes."
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Nickname:
Toastmaster General of the United States
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Star Sign:
Aries