David Copperfield

Date of Birth: September 16, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

David Copperfield, born David Seth Kotkin, is an American magician and illusionist widely regarded as one of the greatest magicians in history. He was born on September 16, 1956, in Metuchen, New Jersey. Copperfield began practicing magic at the age of 10, and by 12, he was the youngest person ever admitted to the Society of American Magicians. He gained national fame in the 1970s and 1980s with his television specials, which featured grand illusions such as making the Statue of Liberty disappear, walking through the Great Wall of China, and escaping from Alcatraz. Copperfield’s career has spanned over four decades, during which he has received numerous accolades, including 21 Emmy Awards for his television specials and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He has performed in front of millions of people around the world and has grossed over $4 billion in ticket sales, making him the most commercially successful magician in history. Copperfield also owns the International Museum and Library of the Conjuring Arts, which houses the world’s largest collection of magic memorabilia.

5 Interesting Facts about David Copperfield

1. David Copperfield holds 11 Guinness World Records, including the record for the largest illusion ever staged.

2. He has a permanent show at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where he performs over 500 shows a year.

3. Copperfield was named a Living Legend by the U.S. Library of Congress.

4. He has appeared on the cover of Forbes magazine multiple times and was included in their list of the highest-paid celebrities.

5. Copperfield has a philanthropy program called Project Magic, which uses magic as a form of therapy for disabled individuals.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Copperfield

1. “The real secret of magic lies in the performance.”

2. “For me, the impossible is just a starting point.”

3. “Dreams are illusions, and we can’t let go of them because we would be dead.”

4. “Magic is my way of making the world a happier place.”

5. “The beauty of magic is that it can take you anywhere.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, David Copperfield’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 billion.

Children

David Copperfield has three children with his partner, Chloe Gosselin. Their first child, a daughter named Sky, was born in February 2010. The couple also has two other children, whose names and birth dates are kept private to maintain their privacy.