
Shelley Berman
Known for Acting · 90 credits
- Born
- 1925-02-03
- Died
- 2017-09-01
- Place of birth
- Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Also known as
- Sheldon Leonard Berman · شلی برمن
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.
Known For
TV Shows (67)

Grey's Anatomy
2005
as Jed Sorento

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self

Hawaii Five-0
2010
as Morty Sapperstein

Friends
1994
as Mr. Kaplan Jr.

The Mike Douglas Show
1961
as Self

Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000
as Nat David

CSI: NY
2004
as George Savar

Boston Legal
2004
as Judge Robert Sanders

MacGyver
1985
as Abe Sherman

Bewitched
1964
as Mr. Brinkman

Entourage
2004
as Uncle Shelley

Knight Rider
1982
as Josh Bevin

Adam-12
1968
as Phil Duke

The King of Queens
1998
as Skitch

Love, American Style
1969
as Window Washer / George

The Twilight Zone
1959
as Archibald Beechcroft

Night Court
1984
as Al

L.A. Law
1986
as Ben Flicker

The Merv Griffin Show
1962
as Self

Arli$$
1996
as Ollie Fogle

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
as Self

Hotel
1982

St. Elsewhere
1982
as Bill Belvedere (voice)

What's My Line?
1950
as Self - Mystery Guest / Self - Panelist

Hannah Montana
2006
as Dr. Froman

Rawhide
1959
as Mendel Sorkin

Police Woman
1974

The Mary Tyler Moore Show
1970
as Dr. Walter Udall

Providence
1999

Burke's Law
1963
as King Dmitri

The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
as Self

The Bernie Mac Show
2001
as Shelley Berman

Peter Gunn
1958

Matt Houston
1982

Vega$
1978

The Steve Allen Show
1956
as Self / Self - Drunk on Telephone
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
1957
as Self - Guest Host

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968
as Self (uncredited)

Dead Like Me
2003
as Theo

The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
1964
as Sheldon Veblen

Monsters
1988
as Leo Tandoski

The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
1956
as Self

CHiPs
1977
as Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)

Pushing Daisies
2007
as Gustav Hofer

Lizzie McGuire
2001
as Nobby Frostybump

Even Stevens
2000
as Jackie the Janitor

Kraft Music Hall
1958
as Self

Raising the Bar
2008
as Danny Rose

L.A. Doctors
1998

Brothers
1984

The Hollywood Palace
1964
as Self - Comedian

The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
1966
as Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
The George Gobel Show
1954
as Self

Flying High
1978

The Unusuals
2009

Breaking Point
1963

Mister Roberts
1965

Eischied
1979

Chicago Sons
1997
as Mr. McLashan

That's My Bush!
2001
as Principal
Movies (23)

The Holiday
2006
as Norman

You Don't Mess with the Zohan
2008
as Zohan's Father

Meet the Fockers
2004
as Judge Ira

The Aristocrats
2005
as Self

Motorama
1991
as Million Dollar Driver

Teen Witch
1989
as Mr. Weaver

The Fabulous Fifties
1960
as Self

The Legend of Secret Pass
2010
as Ira (voice)

The Best Man
1964
as Sheldon Bascomb

Beware! The Blob
1972
as Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist

Every Home Should Have One
1970
as Nat Kaplan

Dementia
1955
as Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)

Divorce American Style
1967
as David Grieff

The Last Producer
2000
as Poker Player
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
2007
as Self (archive footage)

When Jews Were Funny
2013

Rented Lips
1988
as Bill Slotnik

Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.
1990
as Stromberg

Looking for Lenny
2011
as Self
The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story
1987
as Harold
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
1992
as Shelley Berman

Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II
1978

Brenda Starr, Reporter
1979
as A.J. Livwright
About 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 re… With 90 credits spanning from 1948 to 2013, Shelley Berman has appeared in 23 films and 67 TV shows.
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Most Popular Shelley Berman Movies
- The Holiday (2006) — as Norman
- You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008) — as Zohan's Father
- Meet the Fockers (2004) — as Judge Ira
- The Aristocrats (2005) — as Self
- Motorama (1991) — as Million Dollar Driver
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