Dai Vernon
Dai Vernon (pronounced alternatively as DIE or as DAY as in David), aka The Professor, was a Canadian magician.
His expert sleight-of-hand technique and extensive knowledge garnered him respect among fellow magicians. His influence was considerable in the magic world, and he was a mentor to numerous famous magicians. He lived out his last years at the Magic Castle.
Watch the Roast for Dai Vernon – New York Magic Symposium (July 1987).
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Learn more about Dai Vernon by visiting his official Wikipedia page.
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