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Aliases: Sheldon Leonard Berman , شلی برمن

Gender: Male

Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA

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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
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8

Grey's Anatomy

(2005) Jed Sorento
CSI: NY
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7

CSI: NY

(2004) George Savar
MacGyver
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8

MacGyver

(1985) Abe Sherman
The Twilight Zone
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8

The Twilight Zone

(1959) Archibald Beechcroft
L.A. Law
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7

L.A. Law

(1986) Ben Flicker
Raising the Bar
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7

Raising the Bar

(2008) Danny Rose
Kraft Music Hall
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4

Kraft Music Hall

(1958) Self
Burke's Law
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6

Burke's Law

(1963) King Dmitri

Acting

Year Character Movie/Tv
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

Year Role Movie/Tv
1975 Director
Year Role Movie/Tv

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