Comedians who died on September 1

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on September 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2017 Shelley Berman

  Shelley Berman was an American comedian, actor, writer, and lecturer, known for his influential stand-up comedy routines and his roles in both film and television. His pioneering style in observational humor and storytelling contributed significantly to the stand-up comedy genre during the 1950s and 1960s. [bio]