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Michael Gambon
Michael Gambon
82 years (Oct 19, 1940 – Sep 27, 2023)
Cabra, Dublin, Ireland
83 Movies
43 TV Shows
Actor Evolution
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Michael Gambon

Known for
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Albus Dumbledore
One of the great British and Irish actors of recent decades, trained in theater alongside Laurence Olivier. He achieved worldwide fame as Albus Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' saga (2004-2011), taking over the character from the third installment. He starred in BBC's acclaimed series 'The Singing Detective' (1986), 'The King's Speech' (2010) and Robert Altman's 'Gosford Park' (2001). Knight of the British Empire, Irish actor of imposing presence and unmistakable voice, recognized for his versatility between theater, auteur cinema and major productions, until his death in 2023.
One of the great British and Irish actors of recent decades, trained in theater alongside Laurence Olivier. He achieved worldwide fame as Albus Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' saga (2004-2011), taking over the character from the third installment. He starred in BBC's acclaimed series 'The Singing Detective' (1986), 'The King's Speech' (2010) and Robert Altman's 'Gosford Park' (2001). Knight of the British Empire, Irish actor of imposing presence and unmistakable voice, recognized for his versatility between theater, auteur cinema and major productions, until his death in 2023.
Known for
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Albus Dumbledore
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Albus Dumbledore
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Judy
Bernard Delfont
★ 6.7
2019
Film
Cordelia
Mr. Moses
★ 5.1
2019
Film
The Death & Life of John F. Donovan
Man in Diner
★ 6.9
2019
Film
King of Thieves
Billy 'The Fish' Lincoln
★ 5.6
2018
Film
Johnny English Strikes Again
Agent Five
★ 6.3
2018
Film
The Last Witness
Frank Hamilton
★ 5.8
2018
Film
Little Women
Mr. Laurence · 3 episodes
★ 7.2
2017–
TV
Paddington 2
Uncle Pastuzo (voice)
★ 7.5
2017
Film
Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Arthur
★ 6.9
2017
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Michael Gambon still alive?
Michael Gambon passed away on September 27, 2023 at age 82.
What are the most famous roles of Michael Gambon?
Michael Gambon is best known for roles in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.
How many movies has Michael Gambon been in?
Over a 58-year career (since 1965), Michael Gambon has appeared in 80 movies and 42 TV shows.
What was Michael Gambon's first movie?
The career of Michael Gambon began with Othello (1965).
What is Michael Gambon's most recent movie or series?
Michael Gambon's most recent release is Judy, which premiered on September 27, 2019.
What TV shows has Michael Gambon appeared in?
On television, Michael Gambon has appeared in Top Gear, Fortitude, Angels in America, Emma.
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Michael Gambon
Michael Gambon
1940-10-19 · Cabra, Dublin, Ireland

Sir Michael John Gambon (October 19, 1940 – September 27, 2023) was an Irish-English actor. Gambon started his acting career with Laurence Olivier as one of the original members of the Royal National Theatre. Over his six-decade-long career, he received three Olivier Awards and four BAFTA TV Awards. In 1998, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to drama.

Gambon appeared in many productions of works by William Shakespeare such as Othello, Hamlet, Macbeth and Coriolanus. Gambon was nominated for thirteen Olivier Awards, winning three times for A Chorus of Disapproval (1985), A View from the Bridge (1987), and Man of the Moment (1990). In 1997, Gambon made his Broadway debut in David Hare's Skylight, earning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play nomination.

Gambon made his film debut in Othello (1965). His other notable films include The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989), The Wings of the Dove (1997), The Insider (1999), Gosford Park (2001), Amazing Grace (2006), The King's Speech (2010), Quartet (2012), and Victoria & Abdul (2017). Gambon also appeared in the Wes Anderson films The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) and Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009). Gambon gained wider recognition through his role of Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter film series from 2004 to 2011, replacing Richard Harris following his death in 2002.

For his work on television, he received four BAFTA Awards for The Singing Detective (1986), Wives and Daughters (1999), Longitude (2000), and Perfect Strangers (2001). He also received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Path to War (2002) and Emma (2009). Gambon's other notable projects include Cranford (2007) and The Casual Vacancy (2015). In 2017, he received the Irish Film & Television Academy Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2020, he was listed at No. 27 on The Irish Times's list of Ireland's greatest film actors.

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