Shelley Berman
Known for Acting · 92 credits
- Born
- 1925-02-03
- Died
- 2017-09-01
- Place of birth
- Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Also known as
- Sheldon Leonard Berman · شلی برمن
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
TV Shows (69)
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self
Grey's Anatomy
2005
as Jed Sorento
The Mike Douglas Show
1961
as Self / Self - Co-Host
Hawaii Five-0
2010
as Morty Sapperstein
Friends
1994
as Mr. Kaplan Jr.
The Merv Griffin Show
1962
as Self
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
as Self
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000
as Nat David
MacGyver
1985
as Abe Sherman
CSI: NY
2004
as George Savar
The King of Queens
1998
as Skitch
Boston Legal
2004
as Judge Robert Sanders
Entourage
2004
as Uncle Shelley
What's My Line?
1950
as Self - Mystery Guest / Self - Panelist
Peter Gunn
1958
Love, American Style
1969
as Window Washer / George
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
1970
as Dr. Walter Udall
Get Smart
1965
as Elwood Box (uncredited)
The Twilight Zone
1959
as Archibald Beechcroft
Knight Rider
1982
as Josh Bevin
Night Court
1984
as Al
Hannah Montana
2006
as Dr. Froman
St. Elsewhere
1982
as Bill Belvedere (voice)
Bewitched
1964
as Mr. Brinkman
Adam-12
1968
as Phil Duke
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
as Self
Burke's Law
1963
as King Dmitri
Arli$$
1996
as Ollie Fogle
L.A. Law
1986
as Ben Flicker
Rawhide
1959
as Mendel Sorkin
The Steve Allen Show
1956
as Self / Self - Drunk on Telephone
Kraft Music Hall
1958
as Self
The Bernie Mac Show
2001
as Shelley Berman
Police Woman
1974
Hotel
1982
Providence
1999
Pushing Daisies
2007
as Gustav Hofer
The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
1956
as Self
Matt Houston
1982
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968
as Self (uncredited)
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
1964
as Sheldon Veblen
Lizzie McGuire
2001
as Nobby Frostybump
Vega$
1978
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
1957
as Self - Guest Host
Dead Like Me
2003
as Theo
Monsters
1988
as Leo Tandoski
The George Gobel Show
1954
as Self
Brothers
1984
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
1966
as Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
L.A. Doctors
1998
Even Stevens
2000
as Jackie the Janitor
CHiPs
1977
as Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)
The Hollywood Palace
1964
as Self - Comedian
Raising the Bar
2008
as Danny Rose
The Barbara McNair Show
1969
as Self
Flying High
1978
The Unusuals
2009
Mister Roberts
1965
Hollywood Squares
1966
as Self / Self - Center Square
Forever Fernwood
1977
Movies (23)
The Holiday
2006
as Norman
Meet the Fockers
2004
as Judge Ira
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
2008
as Zohan's Father
The Legend of Secret Pass
2010
as Ira (voice)
The Aristocrats
2005
as Self
Divorce American Style
1967
as David Grieff
Teen Witch
1989
as Mr. Weaver
The Last Producer
2000
as Poker Player
The Fabulous Fifties
1960
as Self
Motorama
1991
as Million Dollar Driver
When Jews Were Funny
2013
Beware! The Blob
1972
as Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist
Looking for Lenny
2011
as Self
Every Home Should Have One
1970
as Nat Kaplan
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
1992
as Shelley Berman
Dementia
1955
as Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)
Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.
1990
as Stromberg
The Best Man
1964
as Sheldon Bascomb
Rented Lips
1988
as Bill Slotnik
Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II
1978
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
2007
as Self (archive footage)
The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story
1987
as Harold
Brenda Starr, Reporter
1979
as A.J. Livwright
About 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 re… With 92 credits spanning from 1948 to 2013, Shelley Berman has appeared in 23 films and 69 TV shows.
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Most Popular Shelley Berman Movies
- The Holiday (2006) — as Norman
- Meet the Fockers (2004) — as Judge Ira
- You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008) — as Zohan's Father
- The Legend of Secret Pass (2010) — as Ira (voice)
- The Aristocrats (2005) — as Self
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