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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Joseph Harold Negri |
| Born | June 10, 1926 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | May 30, 2026 (aged 99) Scott Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, educator |
| Instruments | Guitar |
| Years active | 1929–2026 |
| Website | www |
Joseph Harold Negri (June 10, 1926 – May 30, 2026) was an American jazz guitarist and educator. He was best known for starring as "Handyman Negri" in Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
He appeared on the 1959 children's television program Adventure Time. He also worked closely with Fred Rogers while his career was based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Negri appeared, along with pianist and fellow Pennsylvanian Johnny Costa, on the 1954 TV series, 67 Melody Lane, hosted by Ken Griffin. They played two songs: "After You've Gone" and "Little Brown Jug" the latter accompanied by Griffin at the organ. He also recorded with the Three Suns.
Negri died in Scott Township, Pennsylvania on May 30, 2026, at the age of 99, 11 days before his 100th birthday.
