Joe Negri, Guitarist and Handyman on 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood,' Dies at 99
Joe Negri, the musician recognized for his role as the guitar-playing handyman on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," passed away in Pittsburgh on May 30 at the age of 99. His family announced his death. Negri's collaboration with Fred Rogers began in the early 1960s on a local Pittsburgh children's television program, and he subsequently appeared on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" from 1968 through 2001.
Joe Negri, the musician who portrayed the guitar-playing handyman character on the beloved children's series "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," died on May 30 in Pittsburgh. He was 99 years old.
His family confirmed Negri's passing.
Negri's professional relationship with Fred Rogers originated in the early 1960s, where they collaborated on a local children's television program in Pittsburgh. He later became a consistent presence on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," featuring on the show from its launch in 1968 until 2001.
According to Variety, Negri was known for his musical contributions and friendly demeanor on the popular program.
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