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Shelley Berman RIP

Posted: Fri Sep 01, 2017 4:02 pm
by Richard M Roberts
Another pioneer and terrific stand-up comic, whose importance in the 1950's and 60's is much forgotten now, but his success paved the way for many other stand-up comedians.

Shelley Berman also made a UCLA lecture appearance in 1964 which shows off his skills quite well:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD0-FSU7nh0

Rest in Peace Shelley.

RICHARD M ROBERTS