Darren Lavett

Darren John Lavett (October 31, 1964 – October 11, 2012) was 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.

Lavett was the great-grandson of famed composer of "April Showers", "California, Here I Come" and co-founder of Capital Records, Buddy DeSylva.

Lavett died of sleep apnea on the evening of October 11, 2012.