Michael Maguire was an English actor, who attended Italia Conti Stage school.He has appeared on the radio and has recorded several jingles, he was also in several famous television productions including one of the first UK childrens' series. He was also in various childrens' films for the Children's Film Foundation, including The Dog & the Diamonds where he played Jimmy. This film was nominated in 1954 for a BAFTA special award. He has appeared in various stage productions, including Enid Blyton's stage production of 'The Famous Five' where he played 'Dick.' During the 1950s he made several records for Decca Records, including one with Caroll Levin.