Penn Jillette

Date of Birth: March 5, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

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Biography

Penn Fraser Jillette is an American magician, actor, musician, and author, best known for being one half of the magic duo Penn & Teller. Born on March 5, 1955, in Greenfield, Massachusetts, Jillette developed an early interest in magic and performance. He attended Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College and later teamed up with Raymond Joseph Teller in the late 1970s to form Penn & Teller. The duo has since become famous for their unique blend of comedy and magic, often revealing the secrets behind their tricks while still managing to amaze audiences. Jillette is also known for his outspoken atheism, libertarian political views, and skepticism. He has written several books, including “God, No!” and “Presto!”, and has hosted the television show “Penn & Teller: Bullshit!” which debunked various social and scientific myths.

5 Interesting Facts about Penn Jillette

1. Penn Jillette is a skilled bass player and has performed with the rock band Bongos, Bass, and Bob.

2. He is a vocal advocate for atheism and has penned several essays and books on the subject.

3. Jillette underwent a dramatic weight loss, shedding over 100 pounds by following a diet primarily consisting of potatoes.

4. In addition to magic, he has appeared in various television shows and movies, including “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.”

5. Jillette’s voice is featured in the video game “Borderlands 3” as the character Pain.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Penn Jillette

1. “The only secret to magic is hard work.”

2. “Freedom is the ability to say no.”

3. “I’m a libertarian because I believe in peace and freedom.”

4. “The universe is far more beautiful and complex than any mythology could ever capture.”

5. “There’s no such thing as paranormal, only things that are beyond our current level of understanding.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Penn Jillette’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be $200 million.

Children

Penn Jillette has two children, a daughter named Moxie CrimeFighter Jillette, born in 2005, and a son named Zolten Penn Jillette, born in 2006, with his wife Emily Zolten.