Harry Blackstone Jr.

Harry Blackstone, Jr. (June 30, 1934 - May 14, 1997) was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on June 30 1934. He was the son of noted stage magician Harry Blackstone, also known as "The Great Blackstone". As an infant, he was used in his father's act.

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June 30 - 1934 - May 14 - 1997 - Three Rivers, Michigan - Magician - Harry Blackstone

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Rather than utilize the routines his father developed, Blackstone developed his own and modernized his performance.

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He was an author, stage magician, and television performer. He received the Magician of the Year Award in 1979 and 1985. He appeared as a guest on the Johnny Carson Show, Donahue, and the Today Show. His performances were also a regular feature in the Square One Television PBS series.

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Television - 1979 - 1985 - Johnny Carson - Today Show - Square One Television

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Harry Blackstone Junior died May 14 1997 in Loma Linda, California due to complications arising from pancreatic cancer.

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May 14 - 1997 - Loma Linda, California - Pancreatic cancer

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