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I knew Michael Pate and Stacy Harris in Hollywood when they conducted an acting school along with Biff Elliot. They were not only gentlemen but excellent teachers.

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raylea syrett
12 years ago

My family and I have terrific memories of Michael, Phillipa and Christopher (kit), when they lived in Carlton, and we used to visit their home with Kit and Coral.....My deepest sympathies to u Kit and your mum. Our memories will be for a lifetime of your beautiful family. Much love...Raylea Syrett (nee Thomas)...Davey, Pam and Lynette.. The good old visits to Seymour..Kit...x I am on the fb, along with my artworks, as I am now an avid artist...

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Lee Smollar
12 years ago

My wife and I have loved watching McClintock staring John Wayne. I did not know much about Michael Pate but have come to love his work in McClintock and other movies he starred in. What an awesome actor he was. We still watch McClintock several times a week and enjoy watching "Ole Puma." His legacy continues to live on.

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Dene
13 years ago

Growing up watching Matlock Police is my biggest memory of Michael. I always used to get a buzz with the shot of him getting out of the squad car and profiling himself during the opening theme. See my MySpace page at www.myspace.com/denemayfield where I have a clip of this. He was as good as any Hollywood actor I can think of. Still missed. RIP.

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Dene
13 years ago

Growing up watching Matlock Police is my biggest memory of Michael. I always used to get a buzz with the shot of him getting out of the squad car and profiling himself during the opening theme. See my MySpace page at www.myspace.com/denemayfield where I have a clip of this. He was as good as any Hollywood actor I can think of. Still missed. RIP.

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micheal goodrow
13 years ago

Sad to hear about the passing of you father, Chris. He as a very talented man. I'm trying to reach you - perhaps you remember me from years ago when you were staying with your grandpa Joe Rock in Beverly Hills. I was his neighbor - Micheal Goodrow - former actor and about to be reborn as one again. You can facebook me if you see this message.

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13 years ago

I met him when I was a child, while attending Ridgewood Military Academy in Woodland Hills CA. I was a friend of his son Chris and was introduced to him at an open house. I was only 10 at the time, but he created a lasting impression on me with his ability to make me feel special. I am sorry for your loss Chris. Steve O'Connell stephennavy2000@aol.com

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Steve Comey
13 years ago

A wonderful actor that made all young Aussie actors believe it was possible.....

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Sharon Caballero
13 years ago

I saw him numerous times in movies and on TV. Wonderful actor. He seemed like such a gentle man, and had a kind face and smiling eyes. I always liked the inner man that showed through every character he played.

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Nice guy, great Indian actor! When I was a kid he seemed to be everywhere on the screen. A real super star!

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Bob Atwater
14 years ago

An Outstanding actor who should have received more credit! He performed opposite John Wayne, Chuck Heston, Clint Walker, and so many others. One of the best portrayals of the Native American in so many westerns for both television and the movies. R.I.P. Michael! You were truely "One of a Kind"

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Diane Thompson
15 years ago

I remembered him playing a Indian as a child. But I loved him best in Matlock police. I used to live near Lilydale and saw some filming of the shows when I was a teenager. Even now I set my alarm for 2.30 Tuesday mornings to watch Matlock on Win televison. I love it, takes me back ,Michael made the show. Even though I never had the honnor of meeting him it brought tears to my eyes when I heard of his passing.

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MARVELDC
15 years ago

You will be missed by all Australians and the rest of the world. Thanks for entertaining me for all these years. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0665327/

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Marilyn
15 years ago

I met Michael when he was a judge at a high school drama festival back in the late 1960s. I was one of the few high schoolers present who actually knew who Michael was--this despite his frequent appearances in U.S. movies and TV shows. But then the great character actors frequently go unrecognized offscreen, don't they? He truly was devoted to teaching and fostering young actors.

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Anonymous
15 years ago

My memory of Michael Pate was matlock police which i beleive was the best police show ever made in australia he acted such a good part and he used to get you right in to the show it is so good to see win television doing replays of the great show and hope that they will continue to play the whole series as it is so good to see those old show that i grew up and treasure,Thank you Michael.

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Michael Sturges
15 years ago

Many many fine movies. god bless. An American fan (there are many...)

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John Jehu
15 years ago

I remember Michael's incredible patience with me as I was trying to break into the script-writing field. He could easily have brushed me off (as many here did in those days) but he was wonderfully understanding and encouraging. To all who aspire to the craft ... you can never go wrong by taking a leaf out of this great man's book. I regard Michael Pate as having greatly contributed towards putting Australia on the map, something we can all be very proud of.

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Kevin J.Godwin
15 years ago

M y best memories of this WONDERFUL AUSTRALIAN, are the parts he took in AUSTRALIAN television,especially in my all time favourite,"MATLOCK POLICE"My favourite movie role of MICHAEL,was in PT-109,even if it was only a minor role.MICHAEL had a most UNIQUE voice,I love listening to him.MICHAEL,goodbye my friend,rest in peace,I will NEVER forget you,I will miss you GREATLY.KEVIN.

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Nick Parissis
15 years ago

Growing up in the 1970's I loved watching Matlock Police. I thought it would be great being a policeman like Michael in Matlock Police. I used to ride along on my bike pretending to be a police officer from Matlock Station. So as an 18 year old I became a police officer and have loved it ever since. RIP Michael. Nick P

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Colin Walsh
15 years ago

I met Michael some years ago while working at the Daily Telegraph. I travelled to his beautiful home with photographer Bob Findlayson on the Central Coast and we spoke long about everything including his Army days, what a tough bugger Michael was, with a heart of gold and mind as big as the moon, He could talk about anything to anyone. His passion for script writting and AppleMac computers was vast! I met his wife and son Christopher and can i say two beautiful people. I loved the episodes of Matlock Police where Michael stared. He was a tremendous actor. I have watch Hondo a dozen times and read his book Entertaining War! I often spoke to Michael over the phone about his Apple G4 computer and two or three hours would pass before i'd say 'Michael i have to go and do some work' but i tell you i wish i never hung up now!!

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Jenny Shea
15 years ago

I loved the episodes of Matlock Police where Michael stared. He was a tremendous actor. He was obviously a family man and was very proud of his son Christopher's achievements.

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Jackman
15 years ago

Marvelous actor. I remember him from the Mango Tree and many other television programs. He led a great life as an actor and family man. Two thumbs up for Pate.

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