Spanish Magic Legend Juan Tamariz Dies in Madrid at 82 in Spain

Juan Tamariz, the legendary Spanish magician who introduced generations of viewers to the art of illusionism on public television, died Tuesday in Madrid. He was a towering figure in magic, both as a beloved entertainer and as an internationally respected master of the craft. For many Spaniards who grew up watching the sole public channel, Tamariz's presence on TV made him a household name, as iconic as children's poet Gloria Fuertes or the game show Un, dos, tres, responda otra vez. With his lanky frame, gray mane, and infectious charm, he became one of the country's most charismatic entertainers.