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    Occupation. Illusionist. Signature. Harry Kellar (born Heinrich Keller; July 11, 1849 – March 10, 1922) was an American magician who presented large stage shows during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kellar was a predecessor of Harry Houdini and a successor of Robert Heller and Isaiah Hughes, under whom he apprenticed.

    • March 10, 1922 (aged 72), Los Angeles, California
    • Illusionist
  2. Mar 19, 2024 · Harry Kellar was the first great magician native to the United States. Called the “dean of magic” and “the most beloved magician in history,” he was the most popular magician from 1896 until 1908.

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  4. Mar 4, 2020 · The illustrated poster depicts Kellar dressed in a stiff tuxedo with his hands held above a floating, raven-haired woman. Two rows of little red devils bow at the magicians feet, as though...

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  5. Jan 30, 2024 · The wizard from the classic story ‘The Wizard of Oz’ was actually based on Harry Kellarwhich you’ll notice if you check out the early illustrated versions of the story! So how did this now little-known illusionist make such an impact during the golden age of magic?

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  7. Mar 26, 2024 · Harry Kellar (b.1849–d.1922), born Heinrich Keller to German immigrants in Erie, Pennsylvania, was an American magician who presented large stage shows during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Kellar was arguably the predecessor of Harry Houdini and the successor of Robert Heller.

  8. An inspiration for the Wizard of Oz and a predecessor to Harry Houdini, Harry Kellar was the most famous magician in the late 19th century. He dazzled audien...

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