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Acting
Shelley Berman
- Born
- Died
- (aged 92)
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Credits
- 93 titles
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.
Signature work
Known For
8.2
TV
8.4
TV
Friends
7.1
Movie
The Holiday
6.3
Movie
Meet the Fockers
5.7
Movie
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
7.7
TV
Hawaii Five-0
7.5
TV
Knight Rider
8.5
TV
The Twilight Zone
8.1
TV
Curb Your Enthusiasm
7.7
TV
MacGyver
7.3
TV
CSI: NY
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TV
The King of Queens
7.8
TV
Bewitched
7.1
TV
Hannah Montana
7.4
TV
Entourage
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TV
Dead Like Me
7.9
TV
Pushing Daisies
7.9
TV
Boston Legal
Acting credits 92
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | When Jews Were Funny Film | |
| 2011 | Looking for Lenny Film | Self |
| 2010 | The Legend of Secret Pass Film | Ira (voice) |
| 2010 | Hawaii Five-0 TV | Morty Sapperstein (1 ep) |
| 2009 | The Unusuals TV | (1 ep) |
| 2008 | Raising the Bar TV | Danny Rose (1 ep) |
| 2008 | You Don't Mess with the Zohan Film | Zohan's Father |
| 2007 | Pushing Daisies TV | Gustav Hofer (1 ep) |
| 2007 | Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s Film | Self (archive footage) |
| 2006 | The Holiday Film | Norman |
| 2006 | Hannah Montana TV | Dr. Froman (1 ep) |
| 2005 | The Aristocrats Film | Self |
| 2005 | Grey's Anatomy TV | Jed Sorento (1 ep) |
| 2004 | Meet the Fockers Film | Judge Ira |
| 2004 | Boston Legal TV | Judge Robert Sanders (11 ep) |
| 2004 | CSI: NY TV | George Savar (1 ep) |
| 2004 | Entourage TV | Uncle Shelley (1 ep) |
| 2003 | Dead Like Me TV | Theo (1 ep) |
| 2001 | The Bernie Mac Show TV | Shelley Berman (1 ep) |
| 2001 | That's My Bush! TV | Principal (1 ep) |
| 2001 | Lizzie McGuire TV | Nobby Frostybump (1 ep) |
| 2000 | Curb Your Enthusiasm TV | Nat David (13 ep) |
| 2000 | The Last Producer Film | Poker Player |
| 2000 | Even Stevens TV | Jackie the Janitor (1 ep) |
| 1999 | Providence TV | (1 ep) |
| 1998 | The King of Queens TV | Skitch (1 ep) |
| 1998 | L.A. Doctors TV | (1 ep) |
| 1997 | Chicago Sons TV | Mr. McLashan (1 ep) |
| 1996 | Arli$$ TV | Ollie Fogle (1 ep) |
| 1994 | Friends TV | Mr. Kaplan Jr. (2 ep) |
| 1992 | Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue Film | Shelley Berman |
| 1992 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TV | Self (1 ep) |
| 1991 | Motorama Film | Million Dollar Driver |
| 1990 | Elliot Fauman, Ph.D. Film | Stromberg |
| 1989 | Teen Witch Film | Mr. Weaver |
| 1988 | Monsters TV | Leo Tandoski (1 ep) |
| 1988 | Rented Lips Film | Bill Slotnik |
| 1987 | The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story Film | Harold |
| 1986 | L.A. Law TV | Ben Flicker (6 ep) |
| 1985 | MacGyver TV | Abe Sherman (1 ep) |
| 1984 | Brothers TV | (2 ep) |
| 1984 | Night Court TV | Al (1 ep) |
| 1982 | St. Elsewhere TV | Bill Belvedere (voice) (1 ep) |
| 1982 | Knight Rider TV | Josh Bevin (1 ep) |
| 1982 | Matt Houston TV | (1 ep) |
| 1982 | Hotel TV | (1 ep) |
| 1979 | Eischied TV | (1 ep) |
| 1979 | Brenda Starr, Reporter Film | A.J. Livwright |
| 1978 | Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II Film | |
| 1978 | Flying High TV | Phil (1 ep) |
| 1978 | Vega$ TV | (1 ep) |
| 1977 | Forever Fernwood TV | (30 ep) |
| 1977 | CHiPs TV | Desperate Car Owner (uncredited) (2 ep) |
| 1972 | Beware! The Blob Film | Mr. Carmel |
| 1972 | Emergency! TV | Art Frommich (1 ep) |
| 1970 | The Mary Tyler Moore Show TV | Dr. Walter Udall (1 ep) |
| 1970 | Every Home Should Have One Film | Nat Kaplan |
| 1969 | Love, American Style TV | Window Washer, George (1 ep) |
| 1969 | The Barbara McNair Show TV | Self (1 ep) |
| 1968 | That's Life TV | (32 ep) |
Crew credits 1
| Year | Title | Job |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Keep Off My Grass! Film | Director |