Shelley Berman

Shelley Berman

2/3/1925 – 9/1/2017Chicago, Illinois, USA

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.

Filmography (92 titles)

When Jews Were Funny6.5Movie

When Jews Were Funny

2013

Looking for Lenny5.4Movie

Looking for Lenny

Self · 2011

The Legend of Secret Pass5.7Movie

The Legend of Secret Pass

Ira (voice) · 2010

Hawaii Five-07.7Show

Hawaii Five-0

Morty Sapperstein · 2010

The Unusuals7.5Show

The Unusuals

2009

Raising the Bar6.3Show

Raising the Bar

Danny Rose · 2008

You Don't Mess with the Zohan5.7Movie

You Don't Mess with the Zohan

Zohan's Father · 2008

Pushing Daisies7.9Show

Pushing Daisies

Gustav Hofer · 2007

Movie

Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s

Self (archive footage) · 2007

The Holiday7.1Movie

The Holiday

Norman · 2006

Hannah Montana7.1Show

Hannah Montana

Dr. Froman · 2006

The Aristocrats6.0Movie

The Aristocrats

Self · 2005

Grey's Anatomy8.2Show

Grey's Anatomy

Jed Sorento · 2005

Meet the Fockers6.3Movie

Meet the Fockers

Judge Ira · 2004

Boston Legal7.9Show

Boston Legal

Judge Robert Sanders · 2004

CSI: NY7.3Show

CSI: NY

George Savar · 2004

Entourage7.4Show

Entourage

Uncle Shelley · 2004

Dead Like Me7.6Show

Dead Like Me

Theo · 2003

The Bernie Mac Show6.6Show

The Bernie Mac Show

Shelley Berman · 2001

That's My Bush!6.6Show

That's My Bush!

Principal · 2001

Lizzie McGuire7.2Show

Lizzie McGuire

Nobby Frostybump · 2001

Curb Your Enthusiasm8.0Show

Curb Your Enthusiasm

Nat David · 2000

The Last Producer4.7Movie

The Last Producer

Poker Player · 2000

Even Stevens7.0Show

Even Stevens

Jackie the Janitor · 2000

Providence6.7Show

Providence

1999

The King of Queens7.1Show

The King of Queens

Skitch · 1998

L.A. Doctors8.5Show

L.A. Doctors

1998

Chicago Sons8.6Show

Chicago Sons

Mr. McLashan · 1997

Arli$$6.8Show

Arli$$

Ollie Fogle · 1996

Friends8.4Show

Friends

Mr. Kaplan Jr. · 1994