Known For
Acting
Born
Feb 03, 1925
Died
Sep 01, 2017
Place of Birth
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Credits
93 titles
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
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