Michael Skinner (magician)
Michael Skinner (1941 – 1998) was an American magician known for his close-up magic work. He was born in Rochester, New York in 1941; but he spent most of his professional life living and working in Las Vegas, Nevada.[1][failed verification] Skinner worked for over 20 years as the magician-in-residence at the Golden Nugget, but he also made appearances in other venues. He also performed twice on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.[2][failed verification]
Skinner was known for his large repertoire. He was reported to have once performed 28 consecutive shows without the repetition of a single trick during a full week of bookings at the Magic Castle.[3][failed verification]
Skinner studied under magicians Eddie Fechter and Dai Vernon.[2][failed verification]
References
- ^ "Michael B Skinner - , . SSN: 132308965 - Death Records". www.death-record.com. Archived from the original on 28 June 2013. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ^ a b "Michael Skinner" (2012). MagicPedia. Retrieved 2013-05-03.
- ^ "Michael Skinner Magician" (2012). Club Magician. Retrieved 2012-11-25.
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