Harry Houdini
Harry Houdini, born Erik Weisz on March 24, 1874, was a legendary magician and escape artist renowned for his sensational escape acts and illusion performances. He became famous in the early 20th century for his ability to escape from handcuffs, straitjackets, and submerged containers, captivating audiences worldwide. Houdini was also a staunch debunker of fraudulent spiritualists, advocating for rationalism and skepticism in the face of supernatural claims.
Born on Mar 24, 1874 (150 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,817 | $1,380,000 | 802$ |
| India | 1 | 7.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 243,774 | $2,900,000 | 512$ |
| Totals | 2 | 1,405,504,269 | 258,591 | $4,280,000 | 1,314$ |
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India:
Harry Houdini is honored in the Nature of Uncertainty section for his contributions to magic.
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Australia:
Houdini denounced spiritualist mediums, claiming their work was fraudulent.
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