Jonathan Silverman
Jonathan Elihu Silverman is an American actor. He is known for his roles in the comedy films Brighton Beach Memoirs, Weekend at Bernie's, and its sequel Weekend at Bernie's II as well as his starring role in the TV series The Single Guy.
Early life and education
Silverman was born in Los Angeles, California, to a Jewish family. He is the son of Hillel Emanuel Silverman, a rabbi and Devora Silverman. He is the grandson of famous Conservative Rabbi Morris Silverman. His mother is from Jerusalem, where her family has lived since the establishment of Israel. He graduated Beverly Hills High School in 1984 and is friends with David Schwimmer, who was a classmate.Career
Silverman is known for his roles the films Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Brighton Beach Memoirs , Caddyshack II, Weekend at Bernie's, Little Sister, andLittle Big League. He played the role of Eddie in Beethoven's Big Break, and starred in the film Jam.
Silverman began his career on television, with a recurring role on the sitcom Gimme a Break! from 1984 to 1986. From 1995 to 1997, Silverman played the title role in the television NBC sitcom The Single Guy. In the 2000s, Silverman was a main cast member on the sitcoms In Case of Emergency. and Significant Mother. He has also made guest appearances on Friends, CSI: Miami, Psych, Hot in Cleveland, and White Collar. In 2014, he guest starred on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as a controversial standup comedian.