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Harry Houdini

Born: 1874-03-24 in Budapest, Hungary (Austria-Hungary)

Died: 1926-10-31

Biography:

Harry Houdini (March 24, 1874 – October 31, 1926) was a Hungarian-American escape artist, magic man, and stunt performer, noted for his escape acts.[3] His pseudonym is a reference to his spiritual master, French magician Robert-Houdin (1805–1871).

Also known as:

  • Houdini
  • Erik Weisz