Beloved "Handyman Negri" from Mister Rogers Neighborhood, Joe Negri, has passed away at 99, just before his 100th birthday. A jazz guitarist and educator for decades, Negri brought his musical passion to the iconic children's show, appearing in over 300 episodes. His contributions to arts education were recognized with a Pennsylvania Lifetime Achievement Award.

Joe Negri, who played Handyman Negri over 33 years on Fred Rogers’ iconic kids’ show "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," has died.

Beloved "Handyman Negri" from Mister Rogers Neighborhood, Joe Negri, has passed away at 99, just before his 100th birthday. A jazz guitarist and educator for decades, Negri…