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DeWayne Jessie Filmography

ActorBORN 1951LOS ANGELES7 FILMS IN DB

DeWayneJessie

Known for Acting · Scott Joplin, The Star Chamber, Where the Buffalo Roam

7
FILMS IN DB
$109
TOTAL VALUE
2
PRICED
$54
AVG VALUE
DVD
BEST FORMAT
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RAREST RELEASE
Car Wash
~$80 · BETAMAX · 1976
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MOST VALUABLE
Car Wash
$80 · Est. market value

BIOGRAPHY

DeWayne Jessie, widely recognized for his iconic role as Otis Day in the cult classic *National Lampoon's Animal House* (1978), has left a lasting mark on film and music. His performance, featuring memorable lip-sync renditions of "Shama Lama Ding Dong" and "Shout," has made the film a staple in collectors' libraries. The film’s original VHS and later DVD releases are particularly sought after, as they capture a pivotal moment in comedy history that continues to resonate with audiences. In addition to his acting career, Jessie took the Otis Day persona into the real world by reviving the band Otis Day and The Knights, even producing a concert video titled *Otis My Man* in 1987. Collectors often seek out these releases, along with the 1989 album *Shout*, for their nostalgic value and the unique blend of film and music history they represent. As a character actor who embraced his role beyond the screen, Jessie's work remains a cherished part of Americana, making his film-related memorabilia highly collectible.

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