Don Brockett

Don Brockett (January 30, 1930 – May 2, 1995) was an American actor, comedian, and producer and director from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, known for his portrayal of Chef Brockett on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. He had small parts in many major films including Flashdance, Fletch Lives, The Silence of the Lambs, and Bob Roberts.

Don Brockett
Born(1930-01-30)January 30, 1930
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
DiedMay 2, 1995(1995-05-02) (aged 65)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
Resting placeAllegheny Cemetery
OccupationActor, comedian, producer, director
Years active1966–1995
Spouse(s)
Leslie Brockett
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(m. 1986⁠–⁠1995)​

Don Brockett played a zombie in the 1985 George A. Romero film Day of the Dead.[1]

Brockett was one-half of the popular Pittsburgh comedy team, "Brockett and Barbara". He was also known for his annual comedic cinematic look at Pittsburgh, Forbidden Pittsburgh.

Brockett also had bit parts in the movies Flashdance and Houseguest, both of which were filmed in Pittsburgh. Barely six months after the release of Houseguest, Brockett died of a heart attack. Prior to his death, Brockett had been heavily involved in local charities, particularly with polio research. His grave is located at Allegheny Cemetery.

Filmography
Year Title Role Notes
1983FlashdancePete
1985Rappin'Store Manager
1985Day of the DeadFeatured Zombie
1985Walls of GlassVan Driver
1987Lady BewareLocksmith
1988Tiger WarsawCarl
1988The Prince of PennsylvaniaTony Minetta
1989Fletch LivesSheriff
1990Night of the Living DeadZombieUncredited
1991The Silence of the LambsFriendly Psychopath
1991Bloodsucking Pharaohs in PittsburghPolice Chief 'Buzz Saw' Ryan
1991MobstersIrish Politician
1992Passed AwayFroggie
1992Bob RobertsChairman
1992HoffaPolice Captain
1993Money for NothingBeer Belly
1995HouseguestHappy Marcelli

References
  1. George A. Romero in the documentary on the making of the film, The Many Days of Day of the Dead

Don Brockett Papers (Don Brockett Papers, 1930-1995, CTC.2002.01, Curtis Theatre Collection, Special Collections Department, University of Pittsburgh)


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