19 popular magicians

These magicians have made significant contributions to the art of magic and have gained widespread popularity through their performances, TV shows, and other media appearances.

David Blaine

Known for his endurance stunts and street magic, Blaine gained fame with his TV specials like "Street Magic" and "Dive of Death."

David Copperfield

Renowned for his grand-scale illusions and record-breaking performances, Copperfield is one of the most successful magicians in history.

Criss Angel

Known for his edgy performances and TV series "Mindfreak," Angel is known for pushing the boundaries of magic.

Derren Brown

A British mentalist and illusionist known for his mind-reading feats and psychological experiments in his TV specials and stage shows.

Penn & Teller (Penn Jillette and Teller)

This duo is famous for their blend of magic and comedy, challenging traditional magic conventions with their unique style.

Houdini

A legendary escape artist and magician known for his daring stunts and illusions, Houdini remains an iconic figure in magic history.

Chris Ramsay

A Canadian magician known for his expertise in card magic and his popular YouTube channel featuring tutorials and performances.

Mat Franco

Winner of "America's Got Talent," Franco is known for his innovative magic tricks and engaging stage presence.

Lance Burton

A renowned stage magician known for his elegant performances and long-running show in Las Vegas.

Max Maven

A mentalist and mind reader known for his unique approach to mental magic and psychological illusions.

Cyril Takayama

Japanese-French magician known for his blend of magic and illusion, often incorporating elements of street magic into his performances.

The Great Lafayette

A legendary magician from the early 20th century known for his extravagant stage productions and illusions.

Doug Henning

A Canadian magician known for his revival of stage magic in the 1970s and his Broadway show "The Magic Show."

James Randi

A skeptic and magician known for his efforts to debunk paranormal claims and pseudoscience.

Jeff McBride

A master of sleight of hand and stage magic, McBride is known for his mesmerizing performances and innovative techniques.

David Berglas

A British mentalist known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of mentalism and mind reading.

Howard Thurston

A pioneering magician known for his stage shows and touring productions during the early 20th century.

Shin Lim

Winner of "America's Got Talent" and known for his incredible sleight of hand and close-up magic performances.

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