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The magician Juan Tamariz dies at 83, a genius of card magic and master of generations of illusionists

The mythical artist, idolized by his peers and the public, and popular for his television success, began doing card tricks at the age of four.

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The magician Juan Tamariz dies at 83, a genius of card magic and master of generations of illusionists

Juan Tamariz, a renowned magician and influential theorist, has died at 83 in Madrid's Clínico San Carlos hospital. His daughter, Ana, confirmed his passing on Instagram, where she also mentioned that she directs La Gran Escuela de Magia Ana Tamariz. Tamariz, whose full name was Juan Manuel Tamariz-Martel Negrón, was a celebrated figure in the world of magic, known for his card tricks and sense of humour. He wrote numerous books on the theory of magic and inspired generations of magicians.

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