Joey D. Vieira

Joey D. Vieira, born Joseph Douglas Vieira on April 8, 1944, is an American actor known for his work in film and television. He began his career as a child actor under the name Donald Keeler, portraying Sylvester 'Porky' Brockway, a chubby farm boy, in the early seasons of the TV series Lassie. Vieira's early TV appearances include The Pride of the Family, The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, Shirley Temple's Storybook, and My Three Sons. He has also made notable film appearances, such as in The Private War of Major Benson alongside Charlton Heston and The Patriot with Mel Gibson. In addition to acting, Vieira has also ventured into writing, producing, and directing. He also had a music career in the 1970s and 1980s, with one of his songs being sampled by Tyler The Creator on his album Flower Boy.