Shelley Berman
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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Filmes (24)
When Jews Were Funny
2013
Looking for Lenny
2011 · Self
The Legend of Secret Pass
2010 · Ira (voice)
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
2008 · Zohan's Father
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
2007 · Self (archive footage)
The Holiday
2006 · Norman
The Aristocrats
2005 · Self
Meet the Fockers
2004 · Judge Ira
The Last Producer
2000 · Poker Player
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
1992 · Shelley Berman
Motorama
1991 · Million Dollar Driver
Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.
1990 · Stromberg
Teen Witch
1989 · Mr. Weaver
Rented Lips
1988 · Bill Slotnik
The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story
1987 · Harold
Brenda Starr, Reporter
1979 · A.J. Livwright
Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II
1978
Keep Off My Grass!
1975 · Director
Beware! The Blob
1972 · Mr. Carmel
Every Home Should Have One
1970 · Nat Kaplan
Divorce American Style
1967 · David Grieff
The Best Man
1964 · Sheldon Bascomb
The Fabulous Fifties
1960 · Self
Dementia
1955 · Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)
Séries (69)
Hawaii Five-0
2010 · Morty Sapperstein
The Unusuals
2009
Raising the Bar
2008 · Danny Rose
Pushing Daisies
2007 · Gustav Hofer
Hannah Montana
2006 · Dr. Froman
Anatomia de Grey
2005 · Jed Sorento
Boston Legal
2004 · Judge Robert Sanders
CSI: NY
2004 · George Savar
Entourage
2004 · Uncle Shelley
Dead Like Me
2003 · Theo
The Bernie Mac Show
2001 · Shelley Berman
That's My Bush!
2001 · Principal
Lizzie McGuire
2001 · Nobby Frostybump
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000 · Nat David
Even Stevens
2000 · Jackie the Janitor
Providence
1999
The King of Queens
1998 · Skitch
L.A. Doctors
1998
Chicago Sons
1997 · Mr. McLashan
Arli$$
1996 · Ollie Fogle
Friends
1994 · Mr. Kaplan Jr.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992 · Self
Monsters
1988 · Leo Tandoski
L.A. Law
1986 · Ben Flicker
MacGyver
1985 · Abe Sherman
Brothers
1984
Night Court
1984 · Al
St. Elsewhere
1982 · Bill Belvedere (voice)
Knight Rider
1982 · Josh Bevin
Matt Houston
1982
Hotel
1982
Eischied
1979
Flying High
1978 · Phil
Vega$
1978
Forever Fernwood
1977
CHiPs
1977 · Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)
Emergency!
1972 · Art Frommich
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
1970 · Dr. Walter Udall
Love, American Style
1969 · Window Washer, George
The Barbara McNair Show
1969 · Self
That's Life
1968
Adam-12
1968 · Phil Duke
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968 · Self (uncredited)
Hollywood Squares
1966 · Self, Self - Center Square
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
1966 · Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
Get Smart
1965 · Elwood Box (uncredited)
Mister Roberts
1965
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
1964 · Sheldon Veblen
Bewitched
1964 · Mr. Brinkman
The Hollywood Palace
1964 · Self - Comedian
The Judy Garland Show
1963 · Self
Burke's Law
1963 · King Dmitri
Breaking Point
1963
The Merv Griffin Show
1962 · Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962 · Self
The Mike Douglas Show
1961 · Self, Self - Co-Host
The DuPont Show of the Week
1961 · Self
The Twilight Zone
1959 · Archibald Beechcroft
Rawhide
1959 · Mendel Sorkin
Kraft Music Hall
1958 · Self
Peter Gunn
1958
The Lux Show
1957 · Self
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
1957 · Self - Guest Host, Self
The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
1956 · Self
The Steve Allen Show
1956 · Self, Self - Drunk on Telephone
The George Gobel Show
1954 · Self
General Electric Theater
1953 · Stanley
What's My Line?
1950 · Self
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948 · Self