English film and television director
Children: Grace (first marriage) and Raphaela (second marriage).
Intended to become a doctor before working for the BBC.
Attended Southend high school and St Catharines College, Cambridge.
Was extremely careful about choosing his projects, turning down several Hollywood offerings.
Began as a director of scientific documentaries for the BBC.
Gibsons production company produced dozens of commercials and music videos.
