British television magician Paul Daniels dies
Daniels was an ever-present figure on television during the 1980s and 1990s with his magic tricks and phrase ‘you’re going to like this – not a lot – but you’ll like it!’
British television magician Paul Daniels has died at the age of 77, after being diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour last month.
“The TV star... passed away peacefully at home with [his wife] Debbie at his side in the early hours of this morning,” his publicist said in a statement on Thursday.
Daniels’ son Gary confirmed his death on Twitter, where he posted a picture of a teary eyed white rabbit in a magician’s black hat, holding a playing card with a red broken heart.
Daniels had entertained British families with his “The Paul Daniels Magic Show” which ran on the BBC on Saturday evenings from 1979 to 1994.
Paul will always be remembered as one of the most beloved and respected magicians and TV personalities
He performed alongside his stage assistant, and later wife, Debbie McGee and his tricks won him fans of all generations.