Don Simpson
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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.
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.
Acting (4 movies)
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| Title | Year | Job |
|---|---|---|
| Aloha, Bobby and Rose | 1975 | Writer |
| Cannonball | 1976 | Screenplay |
| Flashdance | 1983 | Producer |
| Thief of Hearts | 1984 | Producer |
| Beverly Hills Cop | 1984 | Producer |
| Top Gun | 1986 | Producer |
| Beverly Hills Cop II | 1987 | Producer |
| Days of Thunder | 1990 | Producer |
| The Ref | 1994 | Executive Producer |
| Bad Boys | 1995 | Producer |
| Crimson Tide | 1995 | Producer |
| Dangerous Minds | 1995 | Producer |
| The Rock | 1996 | Producer |