Remember "Michael Garvey" the cheeky kid from the adored hit ITV sitcom, Benidorm? Believe it or not, that child star, Oliver Stokes, is all grown up, and his story is far more captivating than just a successful sitcom stint.

From 2007 to 2015, audiences watched Oliver Stokes grow up on screen as Michael Garvey in Benidorm. Now, several years later, Stokes has navigated a path that diverges from the typical trajectory of a child actor. While he remains fondly remembered for his role in the holiday sitcom, his life has evolved to include new passions and priorities. Born in Kingston upon Hull in 1998, Stokes experienced a rapid rise to fame as a child and teen actor. However, after several successful years in the industry, he made a conscious decision to step away from the spotlight.

Oliver Stokes: Bio, Career & Personal Life
Full Name	Oliver Stokes
Date of Birth	March 13, 1998
Birth Place	Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire, England, UK
Age (as of November 2024)	26 years
Nationality	British
Occupation	Actor, Producer
Years Active	2006-Present
Known For	Michael Garvey in Benidorm (2007-2015)
Other Notable Roles	The Street (2006), The Damned United (2009), Doctors (2012), Casualty
Family	Son: Archie
Additional Interests	Fish bait business
External Link	Oliver Stokes IMDB Profile