Shelley Berman

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Born

February 3, 1925

Died

September 1, 2017 (age 92)

Place of Birth

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Also Known As

Sheldon Leonard Berman

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Shelley Berman

Biography

Shelley Berman (February 3, 1925 – September 1, 2017) was an American comedian, actor, writer, teacher, lecturer, and poet. Berman gained fame for his distinct style of comedic storytelling, often performing monologues that delved into relatable yet humorous observations about everyday life. His use of personal anecdotes and dry wit set a trend in stand-up comedy, influencing many comedians who followed. He released several successful comedy albums, including "Inside Shelley Berman" (1959), which became the first comedy album to earn a gold record. His achievements also extended to television and film, with notable appearances in various shows and movies. Berman's impact on the comedy landscape, marked by his intelligent humour and storytelling abilities, solidified his legacy as a trailblazer in the world of stand-up comedy. He passed away in 2017, leaving behind a lasting imprint on the entertainment industry.

Known For

Filmography

2013FilmWhen Jews Were Funny2011FilmLooking for Lennyas Self2010FilmThe Legend of Secret Passas Ira (voice)2010TVHawaii Five-0as Morty Sapperstein2009TVThe Unusuals2008TVRaising the Baras Danny Rose2008FilmYou Don't Mess with the Zohanas Zohan's Father2007TVPushing Daisiesas Gustav Hofer2007FilmCutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70sas Self (archive footage)2006FilmThe Holidayas Norman2006TVHannah Montanaas Dr. Froman2005FilmThe Aristocratsas Self2005TVGrey's Anatomyas Jed Sorento2004FilmMeet the Fockersas Judge Ira2004TVBoston Legalas Judge Robert Sanders2004TVCSI: NYas George Savar2004TVEntourageas Uncle Shelley2003TVDead Like Meas Theo2001TVThe Bernie Mac Showas Shelley Berman2001TVThat's My Bush!as Principal2001TVLizzie McGuireas Nobby Frostybump2000TVCurb Your Enthusiasmas Nat David2000FilmThe Last Produceras Poker Player2000TVEven Stevensas Jackie the Janitor1999TVProvidence1998TVThe King of Queensas Skitch1998TVL.A. Doctors1997TVChicago Sonsas Mr. McLashan1996TVArli$$as Ollie Fogle1994TVFriendsas Mr. Kaplan Jr.1992FilmCarol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blueas Shelley Berman1992TVThe Tonight Show with Jay Lenoas Self1991FilmMotoramaas Million Dollar Driver1990FilmElliot Fauman, Ph.D.as Stromberg1989FilmTeen Witchas Mr. Weaver1988FilmRented Lipsas Bill Slotnik1987FilmThe Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Storyas Harold1986TVL.A. Lawas Ben Flicker1985TVMacGyveras Abe Sherman1984TVBrothers1984TVNight Courtas Al1982TVSt. Elsewhereas Bill Belvedere (voice)1982TVKnight Rideras Josh Bevin1982TVMatt Houston1982TVHotel1979TVEischied1979FilmBrenda Starr, Reporteras A.J. Livwright1978FilmDick Clark's Good Old Days Part II1978TVFlying High1978TVVega$1977TVForever Fernwood1977TVCHiPsas Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)1974TVPolice Woman1972FilmBeware! The Blobas Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist1970TVThe Mary Tyler Moore Show1970FilmEvery Home Should Have Oneas Nat Kaplan1969TVLove, American Styleas Window Washer1969TVThe Barbara McNair Showas Self1968TVThat's Life1968TVAdam-12as Phil Duke1968TVRowan & Martin's Laugh-Inas Self (uncredited)1967FilmDivorce American Styleas David Grieff1966TVThe Girl from U.N.C.L.E.as Dr. Vladimir Toulouse1965TVMister Roberts1964TVThe Man from U.N.C.L.E.as Sheldon Veblen1964TVBewitchedas Mr. Brinkman1964FilmThe Best Manas Sheldon Bascomb1964TVThe Hollywood Palaceas Self - Comedian1963TVThe Judy Garland Showas Self1963TVBurke's Lawas King Dmitri1963TVBreaking Point1962TVThe Merv Griffin Showas Self1962TVThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carsonas Self1961TVThe Mike Douglas Showas Self1961TVThe DuPont Show of the Weekas Self1960FilmThe Fabulous Fiftiesas Self1959TVThe Twilight Zoneas Archibald Beechcroft1959TVRawhideas Mendel Sorkin1958TVKraft Music Hallas Self1958TVPeter Gunn1957TVThe Lux Showas Self1957TVTonight Starring Jack Paaras Self - Guest Host1956TVThe Dinah Shore Chevy Showas Self1956TVThe Steve Allen Showas Self1955FilmDementiaas Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)1954TVThe George Gobel Showas Self1953TVGeneral Electric Theateras Stanley1950TVWhat's My Line?as Self - Mystery Guest1948TVThe Ed Sullivan Showas Self

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