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Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
TV magician Wayne Dobson dies, aged 68
Former TV magician Wayne Dobson has died at the age of 68. The Leicester-born entertainer became a well-known face through appearances on British television variety shows in the late 1980s before landing his own ITV series, which ran from 1991 to 1993. He was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 31 but continued to perform live until 2003. A representative said he died on Monday following "several months of debilitating illness". Dobson's wisecracking style of magic saw him rise to prominence through the 1980s. He was hired as a support act for Engelbert Humperdinck's Las Vegas residency in 1988, before receiving his multiple sclerosis diagnosis a short time later. Despite this setback, a well-received appearance at the The Royal Variety Performance in 1989 saw him given a regular spot on Joe Longthorne's TV show before ITV commissioned his series Wayne Dobson - A Kind of Magic. Featuring Linda Lusardi as his regular assistant, the show ran until 1993. While his multiple sclerosis symptoms continued to worsen in the years that followed, Dobson continued to tour. At one point he became part of Joe Pasquale's live show. When he became unable to perform live any longer, he started a business selling his routines, illusions and creations to magicians around the world. He continued to make regular appearances at conventions until two years ago. In the 2010s he became a supporter of the MS Society. In a statement, the charity said: "Diagnosed with MS in 1988, Wayne was a passionate supporter of MS research and used his magic to inspire others. "He once said he wished he could make MS disappear. We won't stop until that's a reality." Follow BBC Leicester on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. MS Society
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Legendary 1980s TV magician Wayne Dobson who dazzled millions with mind-bending tricks dies aged 68
FAMOUS magician Wayne Dobson has sadly died aged 68. His brother announced the tragic passing earlier today. Advertisement 2 Wayne was an ambassador for the MS Society after his own diagnosis Credit: Getty 2 Magician Wayne Dobson, 68, has sadly passed away Credit: PA:Press Association The star became the youngest ever member of the Leicester Magic Circle at age 16 after developing a love for magic at an early age. After winning the close-up competition at the International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring Convention, he went on to perform on Blue Peter. This led to a long career as a successful magician, as he was loved for his witty sense of humour. Wayne went on to perform with the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey and Freddie Starr as a guest TV star. Advertisement Read more Showbiz His success continued to grow into the 1980s as he supported Engelbert Humperdinck on an American tour. Once he returned to the UK he performed at the 1989 Royal Variety Show where he was assisted by boxer Frank Bruno and sports commentator Harry Carpenter. He then hosted his own show called Wayne Dobson - A Kind of Magic. After he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1988 he became an ambassador for the Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive Determined to continue his magic, he returned to live performances with a show at Haslemere Hall in Surrey in 2022.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary 1980s TV magician Wayne Dobson who dazzled millions with mind-bending tricks dies aged 68
Tributes have poured in from fellow magicians ICON GONE Legendary 1980s TV magician Wayne Dobson who dazzled millions with mind-bending tricks dies aged 68 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FAMOUS magician Wayne Dobson has sadly died aged 68. His brother announced the tragic passing earlier today. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Wayne was an ambassador for the MS Society after his own diagnosis Credit: Getty 2 Magician Wayne Dobson, 68, has sadly passed away Credit: PA:Press Association The star became the youngest ever member of the Leicester Magic Circle at age 16 after developing a love for magic at an early age. After winning the close-up competition at the International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring Convention, he went on to perform on Blue Peter. This led to a long career as a successful magician, as he was loved for his witty sense of humour. Wayne went on to perform with the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey and Freddie Starr as a guest TV star. His success continued to grow into the 1980s as he supported Engelbert Humperdinck on an American tour. Once he returned to the UK he performed at the 1989 Royal Variety Show where he was assisted by boxer Frank Bruno and sports commentator Harry Carpenter. He then hosted his own show called Wayne Dobson - A Kind of Magic. After he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1988 he became an ambassador for the Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre. Determined to continue his magic, he returned to live performances with a show at Haslemere Hall in Surrey in 2022.
