NewzHarry Houdini, widely recognized as the greatest escape artist in history, died 100 years ago on Halloween. His death cemented his legacy as a daring figure who frequently cheated death, though questions regarding the exact circumstances of his passing have persisted.
In examining his life and enduring legacy, correspondent David Pogue explores Houdini's career of performing seemingly impossible feats alongside his crusades to debunk seances and fraudulent mystics. The coverage also delves into lingering questions about whether a cover-up surrounded his death.
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