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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.

Filmography

2013FilmWhen Jews Were Funny 2011FilmLooking for Lennyas Self 2010FilmThe Legend of Secret Passas Ira (voice)2010TVHawaii Five-0as Morty Sapperstein 2009TVThe Unusuals 2008TVRaising the Baras Danny Rose 2008FilmYou Don't Mess with the Zohanas Zohan's Father 2007TVPushing Daisiesas Gustav Hofer 2007FilmCutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70sas Self (archive footage)2006FilmThe Holidayas Norman 2006TVHannah Montanaas Dr. Froman 2005FilmThe Aristocratsas Self 2005TVGrey's Anatomyas Jed Sorento 2004FilmMeet the Fockersas Judge Ira 2004TVBoston Legalas Judge Robert Sanders 2004TVCSI: NYas George Savar 2004TVEntourageas Uncle Shelley 2003TVDead Like Meas Theo 2001TVThe Bernie Mac Showas Shelley Berman 2001TVThat's My Bush!as Principal 2001TVLizzie McGuireas Nobby Frostybump 2000TVCurb Your Enthusiasmas Nat David 2000FilmThe Last Produceras Poker Player 2000TVEven Stevensas Jackie the Janitor 1999TVProvidence 1998TVThe King of Queensas Skitch 1998TVL.A. Doctors 1997TVChicago Sonsas Mr. McLashan 1996TVArli$$as Ollie Fogle 1994TVFriendsas Mr. Kaplan Jr.1992FilmCarol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blueas Shelley Berman 1992TVThe Tonight Show with Jay Lenoas Self 1991FilmMotoramaas Million Dollar Driver 1990FilmElliot Fauman, Ph.D.as Stromberg 1989FilmTeen Witchas Mr. Weaver 1988FilmRented Lipsas Bill Slotnik 1987FilmThe Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Storyas Harold 1986TVL.A. Lawas Ben Flicker 1985TVMacGyveras Abe Sherman 1984TVBrothers 1984TVNight Courtas Al 1982TVSt. Elsewhereas Bill Belvedere (voice)1982TVKnight Rideras Josh Bevin 1982TVMatt Houston 1982TVHotel 1979TVEischied 1979FilmBrenda Starr, Reporteras A.J. Livwright 1978FilmDick Clark's Good Old Days Part II 1978TVFlying High 1978TVVega$1977TVForever Fernwood 1977TVCHiPsas Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)1974TVPolice Woman 1972FilmBeware! The Blobas Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist 1970TVThe Mary Tyler Moore Show 1970FilmEvery Home Should Have Oneas Nat Kaplan 1969TVLove, American Styleas Window Washer 1969TVThe Barbara McNair Showas Self 1968TVThat's Life 1968TVAdam-12as Phil Duke 1968TVRowan & Martin's Laugh-Inas Self (uncredited)1967FilmDivorce American Styleas David Grieff 1966TVThe Girl from U.N.C.L.E.as Dr. Vladimir Toulouse 1965TVMister Roberts 1964TVThe Man from U.N.C.L.E.as Sheldon Veblen 1964TVBewitchedas Mr. Brinkman 1964FilmThe Best Manas Sheldon Bascomb 1964TVThe Hollywood Palaceas Self - Comedian 1963TVThe Judy Garland Showas Self 1963TVBurke's Lawas King Dmitri 1963TVBreaking Point 1962TVThe Merv Griffin Showas Self 1962TVThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carsonas Self 1961TVThe Mike Douglas Showas Self 1961TVThe DuPont Show of the Weekas Self 1960FilmThe Fabulous Fiftiesas Self 1959TVThe Twilight Zoneas Archibald Beechcroft 1959TVRawhideas Mendel Sorkin 1958TVKraft Music Hallas Self 1958TVPeter Gunn 1957TVThe Lux Showas Self 1957TVTonight Starring Jack Paaras Self - Guest Host 1956TVThe Dinah Shore Chevy Showas Self 1956TVThe Steve Allen Showas Self 1955FilmDementiaas Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)1954TVThe George Gobel Showas Self 1953TVGeneral Electric Theateras Stanley 1950TVWhat's My Line?as Self - Mystery Guest 1948TVThe Ed Sullivan Showas Self