After Falling Under the Spell of Wife Debby, Doug Henning Hopes to Charm Broadway Again (Part.3) He stuck with magic. Debbie told Beverly Hills [213] magazine in 1986. Doug Henning, 43, from Maine, who was adopted as a baby, recreated a scene from Christmas film Elf as he met his biological for the first time. Photo is dated --1986. The purpose of this show was to film in front of a live audience of several thousand people for broadcast on CBC Television. November 12, 1986, pages 6-7. Doug Henning, right, who was adopted as a baby, poses with his biological father after meeting face to face for the first time on Nov. 24 at Logan International Airport in Boston. Doug Henning, the ebullient, shaggy-headed magician who sparked a renewed interest in the craft and breathed new life into some of history's most … "Dougy was supposed to speak that night and do some magic, and I was supposed to tell him when to go on stage." Debby Henning was the wife, assistant, business partner and muse to illusionist Doug Henning. He asked his mother, "... what made the woman float in the air?" When Randi learned of it, he announced on his blog that the letter had been "stolen" from his files. Doug Henning's World of Magic VI, taped at Osmond Studios in Orem, Utah, was broadcast February 22, 1980, on NBC. Several revamped versions of illusions from earlier specials appeared. NAMES & FACES, Boston Globe, December 7, 1981. [citation needed]. I didn't want to be either kind. While Henning performed illusions and chatted with host Johnny Carson and his other guests, he also plugged his new book on Houdini and announced his impending marriage to Barbara De Angelis. Notably, most of the cast was changed, specifically the role of Cal, now performed by Didi Conn. In the show's finale, Henning created the illusion of turning a black horse and a white horse into a zebra. He demonstrated chink-a-chink for Kermit the Frog's nephew Robin, segmented a Muppet monster into four pieces (and put him together wrong), and performed The Metamorphosis: a bit where he swapped places with an assistant who was locked inside a trunk. He graduated from Renville High School in 1966 where he was an active leader in the Future Farmers of America (FFA). On December 13, 1977, Henning appeared as a guest on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. Produced by famed talk show host David Susskind and sponsored by Mobil, the show ran live in the eastern United States without commercials. In 1977, Henning co-wrote a biography of Houdini, Houdini: His Legend and His Magic. [15] Attractions were to include a building suspended above water and a journey into the heart of a rose, but at the time of Henning's death the project's status was uncertain. In 1980, Henning appeared on The Muppet Show, where he performed several acts. Debuting in 1974, the show ran for four and a half years and earned Henning a Tony Award nomination.[4]. Doug Henning, Actor: The Magic Show. It was not until Henning suggested that he would reproduce live Harry Houdini's famous and dangerous water-torture escape—for the first time since Houdini performed it himself—that the NBC executives signed him. It may contain wrinkles, cracks, and possibly even tears due to its age and how it was handled before it got to us. In 1973, he borrowed $5,000 from his mother and, with a friend, launched a rock musical-cum-magic show called Spellbound in Toronto. Doug Henning, of the World of Magic, and his wife, Debby, take to the streets near Broadway to tell about his magic show, which opens 12/11 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater. Marie Osmond also appeared on the program. Oh Doug? So we went somewhere and talked a long, long time, and I remember having this powerful feeling of recognition. December 20, 1982, pages 70-72. Doug Henning confused his biological father after dressing as Buddy the Elf when they met last week. Marie Osmond also appeared on the program. His first experience in magic occurred when he was six years old, watching a magician on television. He was 52. Come on over and watch. Henning came back to the show that had made him a star, and many changes were made for this new production. Nothing is impossible. [7][8], In 1983, Henning was the producer and star of the Broadway musical Merlin. On December 6, Doug and Debby were married at the University. Scooter Oh, great. She was successful as a painter and graphic artist and also in the clothing design business. All you have to do is look within, and you can realize your fondest dreams. Extremely flamboyant magician. Magician Doug Henning and wife Barbara De Angelis attend the 12th Annual Academy of Magical Arts Awards on March 9, 1980 at the Beverly Wilshire... Chita Rivera, Mark Hamill and son and Doug Henning. It was there that he contacted his college friend Ivan Reitman, who directed Spellbound. Scopri le migliori foto stock e immagini editoriali di attualità di Doug Henning su Getty Images. My heart was racing. Garnering financial support, he developed a live theatrical show, Spellbound. Doug Henning, an Eliot resident, dressed for the part and even sang the song as he picked up his dad from Boston Logan International Airport. It took so long to work out a plot around his illusions, that there was time only for two dress rehearsals, neither of which was in the theater. [1] His ashes were scattered in the Pacific Ocean off Redondo Beach, California. "I will not have that in our house," she said. He is survived by his wife of nearly 20 years, Debby. To support himself during this time, he worked at the Toronto International Airport loading and unloading crates. The show opened at the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto, where it broke box-office records. Since the terms of the grant required Henning to study magic, he got up the nerve later in the year to write the Professor and asked him if he could take lessons with him. More than 50 million viewers tuned in for the December 1975 broadcast of Doug Henning's World of Magic, hosted by Bill Cosby. [21] Their marriage ended in divorce in 1981, and Henning married Debby Douillard in the Ladies' Dome in Fairfield, Iowa, in December of that year.[22][23]. Henning has been in touch with Mahesh Yogi since 1975, learning the "real magic" of siddhi through transcendental meditation. He furthered his education in Industrial Drafting at the Granite Falls Area Technical Institute in 1968. [1] In 1984, he began a solo show on Broadway called Doug Henning and His World of Magic. So with the help of a female assistant, he formed the partnership of Henning and Mars and performed at local bars and nightclubs. Performed magic for Earth, Wind and Fire's live show. But he's left all that behind, at least for the moment. Doug Henning was previously married to Barbara DeAngelis, a … Magician Doug Henning and wife Barbara De Angelis attend the 12th Annual Academy of Magical Arts Awards on March 9, 1980 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. ", So, instead, he enrolled and became a student at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, and studied psychology,[1] in preparation for a medical degree. The film version of the production was only aired once on Canadian television, but released on DVD decades later. "So I tapped him on the shoulder and he turned around and we looked at each other. ", "After the show," she continued, "he came over and tapped me on the shoulder and asked if we could talk later. He graduated from Renville High School in 1966 where he was an active leader in the Future Farmers of America (FFA). I would like to wish each one of you all of life's wonders and a joyful age of enlightenment."[13]. Birthplace: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Location of death: Los Angeles, CA Cause of death: Cancer - Liver. "[25], On June 8, 2010, it was announced that Henning would receive a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. He felt that there were only two kinds of magicians, "... magicians for kids, and magicians for nightclub acts. "I had never felt anything like it in my life. (Sideshow Gathering 2010) from Warlock Pinchers's Deadly Kung Fu Action / Pinch A … Randi claimed that Henning had immersed himself so thoroughly in TM that he "abandoned regular medical treatment for liver cancer, continued to pursue his diet of nuts and berries, and died of the disease. Wife: Barbara DeAngelis (div. Scarica foto di attualità Premium ad elevata risoluzione da Getty Images ... 11-year-old Finley Henning. [14], In 1992, Henning and Transcendental Meditation founder, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, drafted plans for a $1.5 billion-dollar project called "Maharishi Veda Land" near Niagara Falls, Ontario,[1] that would "combine astonishing, unique visual and sensory effects, state-of-the-art 3D imagery, and ultra high-tech entertainment technology with his best original magic illusion secrets". [citation needed] There were a total of six Wonder Whim characters. Doug Henning was born on May 3, 1947 in Fort Garry, Manitoba, Canada as Douglas James Henning. The ever-magical Doug Henning. He appeared on This Morning today. I couldn't help myself. Following his Broadway success, Henning approached NBC with the idea of producing a television special. Doug Henning was a magician known the world over for his tricks performed on TV and Broadway and in Las Vegas. 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Ascolta senza pubblicità oppure acquista CD e MP3 adesso su Amazon.it. [citation needed]. [1], In 1985, a set of plush toys called "Doug & Debby Henning's: Wonder Whims" were made by Panosh Place and copyrighted by Marvin Glass and Associates. He furthered his education in Industrial Drafting at the Granite Falls Area Technical Institute in 1968. Help us get to over 4,000 biographies in 2018. On February 13, 1981, Henning made his seventh appearance on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. Each came with an animal friend, a personalized story, and a magic kaleidoscope wand of colors and patterns. For the past few months, Henning arid wife Debby have been ensconced in the rural environs of Maharishinagar near NOIDA, on the outskirts of Delhi. The wedding itself took place in the Pacific Palisades section of of Los Angeles at the "LaVenta Inn," and was attended by 150 guests. He was married to Debby Douillard and Barbara De Angelis. Select from premium Doug Henning of the highest quality. After graduating with honors with a degree in science and psychology, Henning decided to take a couple of years off before entering medical school to continue with his magic. [17][18][19], Henning married Barbara De Angelis in 1977. I whispered, "I know you. AKA Douglas James Henning. Ironically, the only magicians in attendance that day were Charles Reynolds, Bill… Thirty seconds to curtain, Doug. "", "My friends told me there was practically a flash of light," Doug told People magazine in the December 20, 1982 edition. He soon realized that he needed more theatrical training as well as the principles of magic. Synopsis Appearing on television, and on Broadway and Las Vegas stages, Doug Henning consistently toured with his magic act, maintaining his status as an acclaimed illusionist. King and the Statler Brothers. Douglas James Henning (May 3, 1947 – February 7, 2000) was a Canadian magician, illusionist, escape artist and politician. He died on February 7, 2000 in Los Angeles, California, USA. I cannot imagine why. [1] He received a Ph.D. in the Science of Creative Intelligence from the Maharishi University in Switzerland. "I proposed to her four days later,” Doug said, “I made a diamond appear in a rose petal and it rolled out into her hand." He visited the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, a private club for magicians. Photo is dated 5-12-1987. On February 15, 1979, there was a broadcast of the fifth World of Magic special, which was taped at the Las Vegas Hilton. Henning borrowed money for the project and spent $5,000 to build and design illusions. If you know of a past magician not listed in MagicPedia, start a New Biography for them or Email us your suggestion. [5] He created illusions for an Earth, Wind and Fire tour in 1979,[6] and for two of singer Michael Jackson's concerts, including his 1984 Victory Tour. With the intention of returning magic to its "glory days", Henning worked to perfect his craft. Henning reworked the show after catching the attention of New York producers and took it to Broadway as The Magic Show, with songs composed by Stephen Schwartz. and the Bear. The theme was Henning's magical house, with rooms featuring magic from the past, present and future. Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images Caitlyn Jenner's name at the time was Bruce Jenner. He went on to say that he still remembered that feeling and wanted to re-create that same emotion he felt. Henning and Mars successfully performed with the top entertainers in Canada and traveled from one end of the country to the other. After an impromptu performance in the Wine Cellar, he met resident magician and guru Dai Vernon, known as "The Professor". Son Pete and wife Renee have two sons, Carter and Mason. "When I perform, I could love a million people, but I had trouble loving one person … Debby's helped me overcome my fear of intimacy.". Henning died aged 52 in February 2000 at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, five months after being diagnosed with liver cancer. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. [1], In 1992, Henning was a Natural Law Party candidate in the United Kingdom's general election, contesting the Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South in Lancashire. [24] A week later, Randi wrote that he "managed to have the sale stopped" and that the letter was back in his possession, but did not elaborate on further details of the controversy. Debby received her B.F.A. Doug I'm rehearsing, Scooter. Henning said she is very thankful for the work Pearl S. Buck International does. My wife refused to let me bring this poster home. ", Debby agreed, "It was like I blossomed right on the spot. They set up a backer's audition in Toronto. Find the obituary of Doug Henning (1946 - 2020) from Renville, MN. Doug Henning's World of Magic VI, taped at Osmond Studios in Orem, Utah, was broadcast February 22, 1980, on NBC. Debby also married Mexican artist Jose Carcamo, whom she divorced in 1980. Some of the songs in the Broadway version were also changed (notably the risqué lyrics of Charmin's lament), or replaced totally, such as the song "Solid Silver Platform Shoes" (the once popular shoe style, by then out of fashion), which was replaced with "It's Gonna Take a Magician." Pictured: Doug Henning. In the mid-1980s, Henning retired from the stage and had an increasing interest in Transcendental Meditation.