Gertrude Berg in "Molly" as "Molly Goldberg" The quintessential Jewish mother to millions of television viewers, "Molly Goldberg" (Gertrude Berg) is shown here in a scene from the film Molly, presumably giving out a taste of chicken soup. Institution: Private collection. Print Full Image Related contentThis Week in History: Gertrude Berg's "The Goldbergs" premieres on televisionThis Week in History: Gertrude Berg makes her television debutBlog: The Goldbergs- Then & NowEncyclopedia Article: Gertrude BergEncyclopedia Article: Jewish Women and Comedy