Penn Jillette
American magician and actor (born 1955) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Penn Fraser Jillette (born March 5, 1955) is an American magician, actor, musician, inventor, television presenter, and author, best known for his work with fellow magician Teller as half of the team Penn & Teller. The duo has been featured in numerous stage and television shows, such as Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Penn & Teller: Bullshit!, and is currently headlining in Las Vegas at The Rio. Jillette serves as the act's orator and raconteur.
Penn Jillette | |
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Born | Penn Fraser Jillette (1955-03-05) March 5, 1955 (age 69) |
Education | Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College |
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Years active | 1974–present |
Known for | Half of the comedy magic duo known as Penn & Teller |
Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)[1] |
Spouse | Emily Zolten |
Children | 2 |
Website | pennandteller |
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Jillette has published eight books, including the New York Times Bestseller, God, No!: Signs You May Already Be an Atheist and Other Magical Tales. He is also known for his advocacy of atheism, scientific skepticism, the First Amendment, as well as previously identifying as a libertarian, a position he disavowed in 2020.