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Public records list Matthew Garber as a film actor. Matthew Garber was born on March 25, 1956 in Stepney, United Kingdom. Death is recorded on June 13, 1977, at the age of 21. Listed accolades include Disney Legends (2004).
My Take
Matthew Garber is one of those faces you carry your whole life without knowing the name behind it. As Michael Banks in Mary Poppins, he gave us that perfect blend of mischief and wonder that defined Disney's live-action golden age, and alongside Karen Dotrice he formed one of the era's loveliest screen partnerships. What stays with me is the bittersweet math of it: he died at just 21, yet the 2004 Disney Legends honor proved the studio never forgot. I find his story deeply moving. He remains, forever, a laughing boy frozen at the height of a beloved film, and that permanence feels like its own quiet kindness.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Matthew Garber
- Name (Japanese)
- マシュウ・ガーバー
- Reading
- ましゅう・がーばー
- Born
- March 25, 1956 – June 13, 1977
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Monkey
- Origin
- Stepney, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- film actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2004 Disney Legends
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4. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-11
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Matthew Garber born?
Born March 25, 1956.
When did Matthew Garber die?
Died June 13, 1977, aged 21.
Where was Matthew Garber from?
Matthew Garber was from Stepney, United Kingdom.
What did Matthew Garber do?
Matthew Garber worked as film actor.
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