Person Details
Birthday:
Aliases: Sheldon Leonard Berman , شلی برمن
Gender: Male
Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Homepage:
Movie Involvements: 9
TV Involvements: 16
Most Famous Work
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.
Most Famous Work
Grey's Anatomy
(2005) Jed SorentoCSI: NY
(2004) George SavarMacGyver
(1985) Abe ShermanThe Twilight Zone
(1959) Archibald BeechcroftL.A. Law
(1986) Ben FlickerRaising the Bar
(2008) Danny RoseKraft Music Hall
(1958) SelfBurke's Law
(1963) King DmitriActing
Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
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2021 | Self (archive footage) | |
2013 | N/A | |
2011 | Self | |
2010 | Ira (voice) | |
2009 | N/A | |
2008 | Danny Rose | |
Zohan's Father | ||
2007 | Gustav Hofer | |
Self (archive footage) | ||
2006 | Norman | |
Dr. Froman | ||
2005 | Self | |
Jed Sorento | ||
2004 | Judge Ira | |
Judge Robert Sanders | ||
George Savar | ||
N/A | ||
2003 | Theo | |
2001 | Shelley Berman | |
N/A | ||
Nobby Frostybump | ||
2000 | Nat David | |
Poker Player | ||
N/A | ||
1999 | N/A | |
1998 | Skitch | |
1994 | Mr. Kaplan Jr. | |
1992 | Shelley Berman | |
N/A | ||
1991 | Million Dollar Driver | |
1990 | Stromberg | |
1989 | Mr. Weaver | |
1987 | Bill Slotnik | |
Harold | ||
1986 | Ben Flicker | |
1985 | Abe Sherman | |
1984 | N/A | |
Al | ||
1982 | Josh Bevin | |
N/A | ||
N/A | ||
1979 | N/A | |
A.J. Livwright | ||
1978 | N/A | |
N/A | ||
N/A | ||
1977 | N/A | |
Desperate Car Owner (uncredited) | ||
1974 | N/A | |
1972 | Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist | |
1970 | N/A | |
Nat Kaplan | ||
1969 | Window Washer | |
Self | ||
1968 | N/A | |
Phil Duke | ||
1967 | Self | |
David Grieff | ||
1966 | N/A | |
1965 | N/A | |
1964 | Mr. Brinkman | |
Sheldon Bascomb | ||
Self - Comedian | ||
1963 | Himself | |
King Dmitri | ||
N/A | ||
1962 | Self | |
Self | ||
1961 | Self | |
Self | ||
1960 | Self | |
1959 | Archibald Beechcroft | |
Mendel Sorkin | ||
1958 | Self | |
N/A | ||
1957 | Self | |
Self - Guest Host | ||
Self | ||
1956 | Self | |
Self | ||
Self - Drunk on Telephone | ||
1955 | Stoned Beatnik (uncredited) | |
1953 | Stanley | |
1950 | Self - Panelist | |
Self - Mystery Guest | ||
1948 | Self | |
Self - Comedian | ||
Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
Directing
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1975 | Director | |
Year | Role | Movie/Tv |