Michael Culver (16 June 1938 – 27 February 2024) was an English actor. He was born in Hampstead, London, the son of actor Roland Culver and casting director Daphne Rye. He was educated at Gresham's School. Michael Culver (16 June 1938 – 27 February 2024) was an English actor. He was born in Hampstead, London, the son of actor Roland Culver and casting director Daphne Rye. He was educated at Gresham's School.