Derren Brown

Magician and mentalist performer

Derren Brown - Magician and mentalist performer
Born

February 27th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1971, this individual is an English magician and mentalist, celebrated for combining psychological techniques and illusion. Gaining prominence in the early 2000s, performances include 'Messiah', 'Something Wicked This Way Comes', and 'The Events'. Notable television specials have further showcased unique abilities in mind reading and suggestion, contributing significantly to the theatrical art of mentalism.

Performed in 'Messiah'

Created 'Something Wicked This Way Comes'

Produced various successful television specials

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