Chet O'Brien

Chet O'Brien, also known as Chester O'Brien, portrayed Mr. Macintosh on Sesame Street from 1975 until 1992.

A former Broadway dancer in the 1930's, O'Brien transitioned to acting as stage manager, working on shows ranging from Brigadoon to Finnian's Rainbow. O'Brien shifted into television, serving as stage manager/floor director on "Sesame Street," and related specials, for over a decade. Like Kermit Love, his behind the scenes work generally limits his on-screen appearances. He also served as stage manager for the television version of the controversial musical O Calcutta!