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