Houdini (Harry Houdini)

Harry Houdini was a renowned Hungarian-American illusionist and escape artist from the early 20th century, famous for performing extraordinary escapes from locked containers, handcuffs, and bondage. His acts combined skill, daring, and showmanship, often defying physical and logical boundaries to entertain and astonish audiences worldwide. Houdini also debunked fraudulent spiritualists and mediums, advocating for skepticism and rational thinking. His innovations in magic, daring escapes, and investigative work significantly influenced modern entertainment and the perception of magic as a serious art form.