Don Brockett

Don Brockett

Deceased · Born: Jan 30, 1930 · Died: May 2, 1990

Personal Details

BornJan 30, 1930 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Don Brockett, a multifaceted American entertainer, was born on January 30, 1930, in the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, departing this life on May 2, 1995.

As a talented actor, comedian, producer, and director, Don Brockett's impressive repertoire included a memorable portrayal of Chef Brockett on the beloved children's television program, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, which endeared him to audiences of all ages.

In addition to his iconic role on the iconic television show, Don Brockett also had notable appearances in a plethora of major motion pictures, including the 1983 hit film Flashdance, the 1989 comedy Fletch Lives, the 1991 psychological thriller The Silence of the Lambs, and the 1992 mockumentary Bob Roberts.

Moreover, Don Brockett's extensive filmography also includes a memorable role as a zombie in the 1985 horror film Day of the Dead, directed by the renowned George A. Romero, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile performer.

Career

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1995
Houseguest
Houseguest as Happy Marcelli
{"id":7809,"title":"Passed Away","year":"1992","character":"Froggie","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/passed-away","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7809.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7809.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Passed Away
Passed Away as Froggie
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{"id":7740,"title":"Bob Roberts","year":"1992","character":"Chairman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bob-roberts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7740.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7740.jpg"},"released":1}
Bob Roberts
Bob Roberts as Chairman
{"id":4929,"title":"Hoffa","year":"1992","character":"Police Captain","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/hoffa","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/78tl532tuqb0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/78tl532tuqb0.jpg"},"released":1}
Hoffa
Hoffa as Police Captain
{"id":59678,"title":"Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburgh","year":"1991","character":"Police Chief 'Buzz Saw' Ryan","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bloodsucking-pharaohs-in-pittsburgh","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59678.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59678.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburgh
Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburgh as Police Chief 'Buzz Saw' Ryan
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The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs as Friendly Psychopath
{"id":60282,"title":"Criminal Justice","year":"1990","character":"Judge Mulino","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/criminal-justice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60282.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60282.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice as Judge Mulino
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Night of the Living Dead
Night of the Living Dead as Zombie (uncredited)
{"id":159676,"title":"Simple Justice","year":"1989","character":"George","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/simple-justice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159676.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159676.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
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Fletch Lives
Fletch Lives as Sheriff
{"id":61378,"title":"Lady Beware","year":"1987","character":"Locksmith","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/lady-beware","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61378.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61378.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Lady Beware
Lady Beware as Locksmith
{"id":62352,"title":"Rappin'","year":"1985","character":"Store Manager","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/rappin-1985","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62352.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62352.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Rappin'
Rappin' as Store Manager
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Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead as Featured Zombie
{"id":162339,"title":"Heart of Steel","year":"1983","character":"Bill","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/heart-of-steel","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162339.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162339.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
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