![]() Without doubt, the most famous magician in history. ![]() Inspired to become a professional by reading Robert-Houdin's Memoirs in 1890 and then in 1891, at Hyman's suggestion, adopted 'Houdini' as stage name. Moved to New York City in 1888 when taught his first sleight-of-hand tricks by friends Jake Hyman and Joe Rinn. Brought to USA later that spring when the family name was henceforward spelled Weiss and his first name was re-spelled Ehrich.Īt age 9 saw his first magician (Dr Lynn). Of Hungarian-Jewish parents, his father being a rabbi. Stage name of Ehrich Weiss (born Erik Weisz). ![]()
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