Paul Daniels Dies at Age 77
By: Christina Mancuso Mar. 18, 2016
Paul Daniels, English magician and television performer, has died at the age of 77.
He achieved international fame through his television series The Paul Daniels Magic Show, which ran on the BBC from 1979 to 1994. He was known for his catchphrase of "You'll like this ... not a lot, but you'll like it", and his marriage to his assistant Debbie McGee. Daniels was awarded the "Magician of the Year'" Award by the Academy of Magical Arts in 1982, the first magician from outside the US to receive it. He also won the Golden Rose of Montreux in 1985.
Daniels was known for being outspoken on matters including politics and current affairs as well as magic, entertainment and fellow celebrities. He also appeared in reality television shows.
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