David Copperfield (born David Seth Kotkin; September 16, 1956) is an American illusionist and the most commercially successful magician in history.
Copperfield's television specials have won 21 Emmy Awards of a total 38 nominations. Best known for his combination of storytelling and illusion, Copperfield's career of over 40 years has earned him 11 Guinness World Records, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a knighthood by the French government, and other honors. More: en.wikipedia.org.