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Matthew Adam Garber (25 March 1956 – 13 June 1977) was a British child actor most notable as Michael Banks in the 1964 film Mary Poppins. His other screen credits include The Three Lives of Thomasina (1963) and The Gnome-Mobile (1967), appearing alongside actress Karen Dotrice in all three films they made for Walt Disney Pictures .
In 2004 Matthew Garber was officially named a Disney Legend, an honour which his brother Fergus Garber collected on his behalf. While he is sadly missed, Karen Dotrice remarks that the beloved Michael Banks actor “did live a full life over his 21 years.”
Matthew Garber. Actor: Mary Poppins. Matthew Garber was a British child actor. Both of his parents were theatrical actors, but neither was particularly famous. In 1963, Garber came to the attention of actor Roy Dotrice (father of Karen Dotrice) who was seeking potential child actors.
Matthew Garber. Actor: Mary Poppins. Matthew Garber was a British child actor. Both of his parents were theatrical actors, but neither was particularly famous. In 1963, Garber came to the attention of actor Roy Dotrice (father of Karen Dotrice) who was seeking potential child actors.
Oct 19, 2021 · Matthew Garber was a British child actor who died at 21 years after starring in the 1964 film "Mary Poppins." Years after his death, his co-star in the movie, Karen Dotrice, expressed her deepest regrets.
Matthew Adam Garber (25 March 1956 – 13 June 1977) was a British child actor, best known for his role as Michael Banks in the classic Disney film Mary Poppins (1964). Life and Career. Matthew Garber was born on March 25, 1956, in Stepney, London, England. He attended the independent Highgate School in North London.
Aug 27, 2021 · Brit star Matthew Garber played Michael Banks in Mary Poppins but retired from acting aged 10.
