Few performers have ever captured the public imagination like Harry Houdini. From his breakthrough in 1899 to his death in 1926, Houdini was one of the world's most popular entertainers, a true star of stage and screen. Time and again, his escapes from seemingly impossible predicaments thrilled audiences, who found in him a metaphor for their own lives, an affirmation of the human capacity to overcome adversity. Escapism in both senses of the word. But while nearly everyone is familiar with Houdini's stage persona, his little-known personal life is equally revealing. Taken as a whole, the public and private views make "The Elusive American" a uniquely powerful window on his times.
Harry Houdini practically paved the way for the Golden Age of Magic. Magicians like David Copperfield became great because of Houdini's tricks and performances.
Harry Houdini went by The Great Houdini.
No, Harry Houdini is not single.
No. Harry Houdini was Jewish.
Sadly, harry never had children with his wife, Beatrice.
Harry Houdini practically paved the way for the Golden Age of Magic. Magicians like David Copperfield became great because of Houdini's tricks and performances.
One of Harry Houdini's quotes was "My brain is the key that sets me free."
Harry Houdini went by The Great Houdini.
No, Harry Houdini is not single.
No. Harry Houdini was Jewish.
Sadly, harry never had children with his wife, Beatrice.
Harry Houdini was from Budapest, Hungary.
yes harry houdini did get married
when he was 17!
Harry Houdini did not any sons.
Harry Houdini died in 1926.
Houdin [a famous magician is who harry Houdini admired. Thats why harry changed his last name to Houdini.]