David Newell

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David Newell
Born	November 24, 1938 (1938-11-24) (age 69)
Occupation	Actor

David Newell (born November 24, 1938) is a television actor who is remembered for his career as Mr. McFeely, the mailman in Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. His character's most famous catchphrase: "Speedy delivery! Speedy delivery!" This was Newell's major role, but not his only one as he appeared in small film and TV parts throughout the years. He tours the country to this day, promoting Mister Rogers' Neighborhood as Mr. McFeely.^[1]

Newell was born in O'Hara Township, Pennsylvania. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he is the director of public relations for Family Communications, Inc. Newell now resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

A documentary feature entitled Speedy Delivery has been completed on David Newell, which chronicles his travels around the world as Mr. McFeely.^{[2] [3]}

[edit] Quotes

"Working with Fred Rogers was like receiving a master’s degree in child development. Fred taught by example, and he was subtle—but suddenly you’d realize that, after working side by side with him, your knowledge base had expanded almost beyond description."^[4]

[edit] References

[edit] External links

• David Newell at the Internet Movie Database

• A downloadable audio interview with Mr. McFeely actor and Family Communications Inc. Public Relations Director David Newell. From Wisconsin Public Television.
• 'Mr. Speedy Delivery' talks about his neighborhood. CNN (August 31, 2001). Retrieved on January 16, 2008.
• Speedy Mr. McFeely extends the legacy of Mister Rogers. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (February 26, 2004). Retrieved on January 16, 2008.
• 'Special 'Delivery': Documentary follows Mr. McFeely as he carries the message of Fred Rogers. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (April 9, 2008). Retrieved on April 27, 2008.