Personal Info
Sheldon Leonard Berman
شلی برمن
Shelley Berman
Acting
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…
Known For
Filmography
Movies
When Jews Were Funny
Looking for Lenny
as Self
The Legend of Secret Pass
as Ira (voice)
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
as Zohan's Father
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
as Self (archive footage)
The Holiday
as Norman
The Aristocrats
as Self
Meet the Fockers
as Judge Ira
The Last Producer
as Poker Player
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
as Shelley Berman
TV Shows
Hawaii Five-0
as Morty Sapperstein · 1 ep.
The Unusuals
1 ep.
Raising the Bar
as Danny Rose · 1 ep.
Pushing Daisies
as Gustav Hofer · 1 ep.
Hannah Montana
as Dr. Froman · 1 ep.
Grey's Anatomy
as Jed Sorento · 1 ep.
CSI: NY
as George Savar · 1 ep.
Boston Legal
as Judge Robert Sanders · 11 ep.
Entourage
as Uncle Shelley · 1 ep.
Dead Like Me
as Theo · 1 ep.
