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Shelley Berman

Shelley Berman

Known For Acting
Birthday Feb 03, 1925
Died Sep 01, 2017 (92)
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
Popularity 0.2 (history)
Updated Aug 10, 2025 (Update)
Entry Date Apr 13, 2024
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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.

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Filmography

The Legend of Secret Pass

The Legend of Secret Pass

2010

as Ira (voice)

You Don't Mess with the Zohan

You Don't Mess with the Zohan

2008

as Zohan's Father

The Holiday

The Holiday

2006

as Norman

Meet the Fockers

Meet the Fockers

2004

as Judge Ira

The Last Producer

The Last Producer

2000

as Poker Player

Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue

Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue

1992

as Shelley Berman

Motorama

Motorama

1991

as Million Dollar Driver

Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.

Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.

1990

as Stromberg

Teen Witch

Teen Witch

1989

as Mr. Weaver

Rented Lips

Rented Lips

1987

as Bill Slotnik

Brenda Starr, Reporter

Brenda Starr, Reporter

1979

as A.J. Livwright

Beware! The Blob

Beware! The Blob

1972

as Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist

Every Home Should Have One

Every Home Should Have One

1970

as Nat Kaplan

Divorce American Style

Divorce American Style

1967

as David Grieff

The Best Man

The Best Man

1964

as Sheldon Bascomb

Dementia

Dementia

1955

as Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)

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Keep Off My Grass!

Keep Off My Grass!

1975

Director

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Organization Category Movie
Television Credits

Curb Your Enthusiasm

as Nat David

Episodes: 13

First Aired: Oct 15, 2000

Boston Legal

as Judge Robert Sanders

Episodes: 11

First Aired: Oct 03, 2004

L.A. Law

as Ben Flicker

Episodes: 6

First Aired: Sep 15, 1986

Friends

as Mr. Kaplan Jr.

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Sep 22, 1994

CHiPs

as Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Sep 15, 1977

That's My Bush!

as Principal

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 04, 2001

Burke's Law

as King Dmitri

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 1963

Grey's Anatomy

as Jed Sorento

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Mar 27, 2005

Knight Rider

as Josh Bevin

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 26, 1982

CSI: NY

as George Savar

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 22, 2004

MacGyver

as Abe Sherman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1985

The King of Queens

as Skitch

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 21, 1998

Bewitched

as Mr. Brinkman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 17, 1964

Hannah Montana

as Dr. Froman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Mar 24, 2006

General Electric Theater

as Stanley

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Feb 01, 1953

Pushing Daisies

as Gustav Hofer

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 03, 2007

The Twilight Zone

as Archibald Beechcroft

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 02, 1959

Lizzie McGuire

as Nobby Frostybump

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 12, 2001

Rawhide

as Mendel Sorkin

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 09, 1959

Raising the Bar

as Danny Rose

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 01, 2008

Dead Like Me

as Theo

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 27, 2003

Adam-12

as Phil Duke

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 21, 1968

Love, American Style

as Window Washer

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1969

Night Court

as Al

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 04, 1984

The Bernie Mac Show

as Shelley Berman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Nov 14, 2001

Love, American Style

as George

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1969

Hawaii Five-0

as Morty Sapperstein

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 2010

That's Life

Episodes: 32

First Aired: Sep 24, 1968

Forever Fernwood

Episodes: 8

First Aired: Oct 03, 1977

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

as Self

Episodes: 7

First Aired: Jul 29, 1957

The Ed Sullivan Show

as Self

Episodes: 6

First Aired: Jun 20, 1948

The Merv Griffin Show

as Self

Episodes: 4

First Aired: Oct 01, 1962

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In

as Self

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Sep 09, 1967

The Lux Show

as Self

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Sep 26, 1957

Brothers

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Jul 13, 1984

The Dinah Shore Chevy Show

as Self

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Oct 05, 1956

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

as Self

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Oct 01, 1962

The Mike Douglas Show

as Self

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Dec 11, 1961

What's My Line?

as Self - Panelist

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Feb 02, 1950

Kraft Music Hall

as Self

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Oct 08, 1958

The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 13, 1966

Providence

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 08, 1999

Entourage

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jul 18, 2004

Even Stevens

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 17, 2000

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: May 25, 1992

Hotel

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Aug 21, 1982

The Mary Tyler Moore Show

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 19, 1970

Mister Roberts

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 17, 1965

Vega$

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 1978

Police Woman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 13, 1974

The Hollywood Palace

as Self - Comedian

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 04, 1964

Peter Gunn

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 22, 1958

Matt Houston

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 26, 1982

Eischied

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 21, 1979

The Steve Allen Show

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 24, 1956

Breaking Point

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1963

Flying High

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1978

The Barbara McNair Show

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 13, 1969

The Unusuals

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 08, 2009

The Judy Garland Show

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Dec 08, 1963

The DuPont Show of the Week

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 17, 1961

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

as Self - Guest Host

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jul 29, 1957

What's My Line?

as Self - Mystery Guest

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Feb 02, 1950

The Steve Allen Show

as Self - Drunk on Telephone

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 24, 1956

Chicago Sons

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 08, 1997

The Merv Griffin Show

as self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 01, 1962

Love, American Style

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1969

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