Shelley Berman
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.
Born: 03 February 1925 • Died: 01 September 2017
Played In
When Jews Were Funny
Looking for Lenny
Self
The Legend of Secret Pass
Ira (voice)
Hawaii Five-0
Morty Sapperstein
The Unusuals
Raising the Bar
Danny Rose
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
Zohan's Father
Pushing Daisies
Gustav Hofer
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
Self (archive footage)
The Holiday
Norman
Hannah Montana
Dr. Froman
The Aristocrats
Self
Grey's Anatomy
Jed Sorento
Meet the Fockers
Judge Ira
Boston Legal
Judge Robert Sanders
CSI: NY
George Savar
Entourage
Uncle Shelley
Dead Like Me
Theo
The Bernie Mac Show
Shelley Berman
That's My Bush!
Principal
Lizzie McGuire
Nobby Frostybump
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Nat David
The Last Producer
Poker Player
Even Stevens
Jackie the Janitor
Providence
The King of Queens
Skitch
L.A. Doctors
Chicago Sons
Mr. McLashan
Arli$$
Ollie Fogle
Friends
Mr. Kaplan Jr.
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
Shelley Berman
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Self
Motorama
Million Dollar Driver
Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.
Stromberg
Teen Witch
Mr. Weaver
Monsters
Leo Tandoski
Rented Lips
Bill Slotnik
The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story
Harold
L.A. Law
Ben Flicker
MacGyver
Abe Sherman
Brothers
Night Court
Al
St. Elsewhere
Bill Belvedere (voice)
Knight Rider
Josh Bevin
Matt Houston
Hotel
Eischied
Brenda Starr, Reporter
A.J. Livwright
Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II
Flying High
Vega$
Forever Fernwood
CHiPs
Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)
Police Woman
Beware! The Blob
Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Dr. Walter Udall
Every Home Should Have One
Nat Kaplan
Love, American Style
Window Washer
Love, American Style
George
Love, American Style
The Barbara McNair Show
Self
That's Life
Adam-12
Phil Duke
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self (uncredited)
Divorce American Style
David Grieff
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
Get Smart
Elwood Box (uncredited)
Mister Roberts
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
Sheldon Veblen
Bewitched
Mr. Brinkman
The Best Man
Sheldon Bascomb
The Hollywood Palace
Self - Comedian
The Judy Garland Show
Self
Burke's Law
King Dmitri
Breaking Point
The Merv Griffin Show
Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
The Mike Douglas Show
Self
The DuPont Show of the Week
Self
The Fabulous Fifties
Self
The Twilight Zone
Archibald Beechcroft
Rawhide
Mendel Sorkin
Kraft Music Hall
Self
Peter Gunn
The Lux Show
Self
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Self - Guest Host
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Self
The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
Self
The Steve Allen Show
Self
The Steve Allen Show
Self - Drunk on Telephone
Dementia
Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)
The George Gobel Show
Self
General Electric Theater
Stanley
What's My Line?
Self - Mystery Guest
What's My Line?
Self - Panelist
The Ed Sullivan Show
Self