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Actor
Shelley Berman
- Born February 3, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died September 1, 2017
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.
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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
Grey's Anatomy2005
Friends1994
The Holiday2006
Meet the Fockers2004
You Don't Mess with the Zohan2008
Hawaii Five-02010
Knight Rider1982
The Twilight Zone1959
Filmography
- 2013When Jews Were FunnyFilm
- 2011Looking for LennyFilmSelf
- 2010Hawaii Five-0SeriesMorty Sapperstein
- 2010The Legend of Secret PassFilmIra (voice)
- 2009The UnusualsSeries
- 2008You Don't Mess with the ZohanFilmZohan's Father
- 2008Raising the BarSeriesDanny Rose
- 2007Pushing DaisiesSeriesGustav Hofer
- 2007Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70sFilmSelf (archive footage)
- 2006The HolidayFilmNorman
- 2006Hannah MontanaSeriesDr. Froman
- 2005Grey's AnatomySeriesJed Sorento
- 2005The AristocratsFilmSelf
- 2004Meet the FockersFilmJudge Ira
- 2004CSI: NYSeriesGeorge Savar
- 2004EntourageSeriesUncle Shelley
- 2004Boston LegalSeriesJudge Robert Sanders
- 2003Dead Like MeSeriesTheo
- 2001Lizzie McGuireSeriesNobby Frostybump
- 2001The Bernie Mac ShowSeriesShelley Berman
- 2001That's My Bush!SeriesPrincipal
- 2000Curb Your EnthusiasmSeriesNat David
- 2000Even StevensSeriesJackie the Janitor
- 2000The Last ProducerFilmPoker Player
- 1999ProvidenceSeries
- 1998The King of QueensSeriesSkitch
- 1998L.A. DoctorsSeries
- 1997Chicago SonsSeriesMr. McLashan
- 1996Arli$$SeriesOllie Fogle
- 1994FriendsSeriesMr. Kaplan Jr.
- 1992The Tonight Show with Jay LenoSeriesSelf
- 1992Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & BlueFilmShelley Berman
- 1991MotoramaFilmMillion Dollar Driver
- 1990Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.FilmStromberg
- 1989Teen WitchFilmMr. Weaver
- 1988MonstersSeriesLeo Tandoski
- 1988Rented LipsFilmBill Slotnik
- 1987The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman StoryFilmHarold
- 1986L.A. LawSeriesBen Flicker
- 1985MacGyverSeriesAbe Sherman
- 1984Night CourtSeriesAl
- 1984BrothersSeries
- 1982Knight RiderSeriesJosh Bevin
- 1982St. ElsewhereSeriesBill Belvedere (voice)
- 1982Matt HoustonSeries
- 1982HotelSeries
- 1979EischiedSeries
- 1979Brenda Starr, ReporterFilmA.J. Livwright
- 1978Vega$Series
- 1978Flying HighSeriesPhil
- 1978Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part IIFilm
- 1977CHiPsSeriesDesperate Car Owner (uncredited)
- 1977Forever FernwoodSeries
- 1975Keep Off My Grass!FilmDirector
- 1972Beware! The BlobFilmMr. Carmel
- 1972Emergency!SeriesArt Frommich
- 1970The Mary Tyler Moore ShowSeriesDr. Walter Udall
- 1970Every Home Should Have OneFilmNat Kaplan
- 1969Love, American StyleSeriesWindow Washer, George
- 1969The Barbara McNair ShowSeriesSelf
- 1968Adam-12SeriesPhil Duke
- 1968Rowan & Martin's Laugh-InSeriesSelf (uncredited)
- 1968That's LifeSeries
- 1967Divorce American StyleFilmDavid Grieff
- 1966Hollywood SquaresSeriesSelf, Self - Center Square
- 1966The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.SeriesDr. Vladimir Toulouse
- 1965Get SmartSeriesElwood Box (uncredited)
- 1965Mister RobertsSeries
- 1964BewitchedSeriesMr. Brinkman
- 1964The Man from U.N.C.L.E.SeriesSheldon Veblen
- 1964The Best ManFilmSheldon Bascomb
- 1964The Hollywood PalaceSeriesSelf - Comedian
- 1963Burke's LawSeriesKing Dmitri
- 1963Breaking PointSeries
- 1963The Judy Garland ShowSeriesSelf
- 1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonSeriesSelf
- 1962The Merv Griffin ShowSeriesSelf
- 1961The Mike Douglas ShowSeriesSelf, Self - Co-Host
- 1961The DuPont Show of the WeekSeriesSelf
- 1960The Fabulous FiftiesFilmSelf