1965 Press Photo Actor George Jessel stars in "The Jazz Singer" - pio43338

Jessel, George (Films). George Jessel played the leading role in "The Jazz Singer" on Broadway, but when it came to making terms for his movie role, he and Jack Warner argued. "If you can't take my word let's forget the whole thing," said Warner. "All right, the deal's off," said Jessel. So Al Jolson won the role-and the fame. The picture proved a rousing success.

Photo is dated 1965.

Photo measures 8 x 10 inches.