Darren J. Lavett is an American music video director, who directed videos for The Offspring, Bad Religion, Bush, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Claw Hammer, Testament and several other bands. He is probably best known for directing the videos of The Offspring's biggest hits "Come Out and Play" and "Self Esteem". He also directed Eminem's first music video "Just Don't Give a Fuck."
Lavett attended El Camino Real High School in Woodland Hills, California, and graduated from San Diego State University.
Lavett produced the feature film L.A cult classic Southlander he is currently writing movie scripts and soon will be making his feature film directing debut from one of his dark comedy screenplays.