Al Jolson was known in the industry as The World's Greatest Entertainer, for well over 40 years. During that time such performers as Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, and many others spoke of Jolson in this way. After his death his influence continued unabated with such performers as Elvis Presley, Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Jackie Wilson and Jerry Lee Lewis, all mentioning Jolson as an inspiration. Al Jolson was born Asa Yoelson in Lithuania to Cantor Moishe Yoelson who emigrated alo ...[Read Story]
The Film Parade
(1933)
