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David Blaine | World-Renowned Magician and Illusionist | Motivational Speaker | Expert in Human Endurance and Innovation

David Blaine Speaking Fee: $200,000 to $300,000

David Blaine | World-Renowned Magician and Illusionist | Motivational Speaker | Expert in Human Endurance and Innovation

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Speaking Fee:
$200,000 to $300,000

Travels From:
LAS - Las Vegas, NV

Primary Topic Category:
Comedy and Entertainment

Secondary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

 

David Blaine Speaker Profile: At A Glance

“David Blaine is the greatest magician who ever lived.” Howard Stern made that on-air proclamation, a sentiment echoed by Penn Jillette of Penn and Teller, who referred to Blaine’s Street Magic as “the best TV magic special ever done.” Blaine was just twenty- three when Street Magic first aired on ABC, transforming televised magic by turning the camera on the audience. Spectators at home could feel the visceral reaction of people being astonished.

David Blaine is a world-renowned magician, illusionist, and endurance artist, famous for pushing the boundaries of human potential and redefining the art of magic. Born on April 4, 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, Blaine gained early attention with his unique blend of street magic and mind-bending endurance stunts. His first television special, "David Blaine: Street Magic," aired in 1997 and introduced audiences to his intimate and innovative style of magic, performed up close and personal with random bystanders on the streets of various cities. Over the years, Blaine has captivated audiences with a series of high-profile stunts that test the limits of human endurance. Some of his most notable feats include being buried alive for seven days, encased in a block of ice for nearly 64 hours, and standing atop a 100-foot pillar for 36 hours without a safety net. In 2006, he spent a week submerged in a sphere-shaped aquarium in a stunt called "Drowned Alive," and later set a world record by holding his breath underwater for 17 minutes and 4 seconds on "The Oprah Winfrey Show." In addition to his endurance stunts, Blaine has continued to innovate in the realm of magic, performing death-defying acts that combine elements of magic, science, and personal grit. His live performances and television specials, such as "David Blaine: Real or Magic" and "David Blaine: Beyond Magic," showcase his ability to astonish and inspire audiences with his unique blend of illusion and endurance. Blaine's work has earned him accolades and standing ovations from audiences worldwide, including at prestigious events like TEDMED. Currently, David Blaine holds a residency at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas, where he continues to perform his spellbinding acts, engaging and mesmerizing audiences with his unparalleled talent and relentless pursuit of the extraordinary. Through his performances, Blaine not only entertains but also challenges perceptions of what is possible, inspiring countless individuals to believe in their own potential to achieve the seemingly impossible.
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