Don Simpson
ProductionAlso in Acting, Writing, and Crew
Born October 29, 1943·Died January 19, 1996 (at 52)·Seattle, Washington, USA·Male
Biography
Donald Clarence "Don" Simpson (October 29, 1943 – January 19, 1996) was an American film producer, screenwriter, and actor. Simpson, along with his producing partner Jerry Bruckheimer, produced such hit films as Flashdance (1983), Beverly Hills Cop (1984), Top Gun (1986), and The Rock (1996). Their films would go on to earn $3 billion.
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In 1985 and again in 1988, he and his producing partner, Jerry Bruckheimer, were named Producers of the Year by the National Association of Theatre Owners.
Known for
the most rated titles across all credits
Filmography
18 credits across 15 titlesProduction
11 creditsActing
3 creditsWriting
2 creditsCrew
1 creditAs self
1 creditTalk shows, festival coverage and documentary appearances, kept out of the acting list.
