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

Grey's Anatomy

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

Friends

Hawaii Five-0

Curb Your Enthusiasm

CSI: NY

Knight Rider

The Mike Douglas Show

All Movies (23)

• When Jews Were Funny2013
• Looking for Lenny2011 · as Self
• The Legend of Secret Pass2010 · as Ira (voice)
• You Don't Mess with the Zohan2008 · as Zohan's Father
• Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s2007 · as Self (archive footage)
• The Holiday2006 · as Norman
• The Aristocrats2005 · as Self
• Meet the Fockers2004 · as Judge Ira
• The Last Producer2000 · as Poker Player
• Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue1992 · as Shelley Berman
• Motorama1991 · as Million Dollar Driver
• Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.1990 · as Stromberg
• Teen Witch1989 · as Mr. Weaver
• Rented Lips1988 · as Bill Slotnik
• The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story1987 · as Harold
• Brenda Starr, Reporter1979 · as A.J. Livwright
• Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II1978
• Beware! The Blob1972 · as Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist
• Every Home Should Have One1970 · as Nat Kaplan
• Divorce American Style1967 · as David Grieff
• The Best Man1964 · as Sheldon Bascomb
• The Fabulous Fifties1960 · as Self
• Dementia1955 · as Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)

All TV Shows (73)

• Hawaii Five-02010 · as Morty Sapperstein
• The Unusuals2009
• Raising the Bar2008 · as Danny Rose
• Pushing Daisies2007 · as Gustav Hofer
• Hannah Montana2006 · as Dr. Froman
• Grey's Anatomy2005 · as Jed Sorento
• Boston Legal2004 · as Judge Robert Sanders
• CSI: NY2004 · as George Savar
• Entourage2004 · as Uncle Shelley
• Dead Like Me2003 · as Theo
• The Bernie Mac Show2001 · as Shelley Berman
• That's My Bush!2001 · as Principal
• Lizzie McGuire2001 · as Nobby Frostybump
• Curb Your Enthusiasm2000 · as Nat David
• Even Stevens2000 · as Jackie the Janitor
• Providence1999
• The King of Queens1998 · as Skitch
• L.A. Doctors1998
• Chicago Sons1997 · as Mr. McLashan
• Arli$$1996 · as Ollie Fogle
• Friends1994 · as Mr. Kaplan Jr.
• The Tonight Show with Jay Leno1992 · as Self
• Monsters1988 · as Leo Tandoski
• L.A. Law1986 · as Ben Flicker
• MacGyver1985 · as Abe Sherman
• Brothers1984
• Night Court1984 · as Al
• St. Elsewhere1982 · as Bill Belvedere (voice)
• Knight Rider1982 · as Josh Bevin
• Matt Houston1982
• Hotel1982
• Eischied1979
• Flying High1978
• Vega$1978
• Forever Fernwood1977
• CHiPs1977 · as Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)
• Police Woman1974
• The Mary Tyler Moore Show1970 · as Dr. Walter Udall
• Love, American Style1969 · as Window Washer
• Love, American Style1969 · as George
• Love, American Style1969
• The Barbara McNair Show1969 · as Self
• That's Life1968
• Adam-121968 · as Phil Duke
• Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In1968 · as Self (uncredited)
• The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.1966 · as Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
• Get Smart1965 · as Elwood Box (uncredited)
• Mister Roberts1965
• The Man from U.N.C.L.E.1964 · as Sheldon Veblen
• Bewitched1964 · as Mr. Brinkman
• The Hollywood Palace1964 · as Self - Comedian
• The Judy Garland Show1963 · as Self
• Burke's Law1963 · as King Dmitri
• Breaking Point1963
• The Merv Griffin Show1962 · as Self
• The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson1962 · as Self
• The Mike Douglas Show1961 · as Self
• The DuPont Show of the Week1961 · as Self
• The Twilight Zone1959 · as Archibald Beechcroft
• Rawhide1959 · as Mendel Sorkin
• Kraft Music Hall1958 · as Self
• Peter Gunn1958
• The Lux Show1957 · as Self
• Tonight Starring Jack Paar1957 · as Self - Guest Host
• Tonight Starring Jack Paar1957 · as Self
• The Dinah Shore Chevy Show1956 · as Self
• The Steve Allen Show1956 · as Self
• The Steve Allen Show1956 · as Self - Drunk on Telephone
• The George Gobel Show1954 · as Self
• General Electric Theater1953 · as Stanley
• What's My Line?1950 · as Self - Mystery Guest
• What's My Line?1950 · as Self - Panelist
• The Ed Sullivan Show1948 · as Self