Garrison first played Tommy opposite Zabkas Johnny in the 1984 hitKarate Kid.
Rob and I met when we were auditioning for Karate Kid.
We instantly connected and became friends while filming the movie.

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Our friendship grew stronger over the many years since then.
Rob was a true thespian an actors actor.
Working with him was always natural and effortless.
He elevated every scene and moment inside of them.
I know it means a lot to his family and friends.
He later dies peacefully in his sleep.
Garrison is survived by his brother, Patrick.