Michael Richard Gabriel, professionally known as Mike Gabriel, is a highly accomplished and renowned American animator, director, and storyboard artist, with a storied career spanning numerous years and notable projects.
As a key figure at Walt Disney Animation Studios, Gabriel has made significant contributions to the world of animation, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim. His impressive body of work includes co-directing two Disney films, The Rescuers Down Under, released in 1990, and Pocahontas, which premiered in 1995.
In addition to his work on these iconic films, Gabriel also had a notable role as Eddie Valiant in test footage for the cult classic Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
