
Larry Becker
(Baltimore, Maryland: 13th August 1929 - 7th October 2023)
Born in Baltimore, Maryland. Inspired in 1943 seeing a Dante show. Former head of an ad agency and marketing syndicator (Becker-Kanter). Top-line mentalist, particularly noted for his creativity and writings. Semi-pro c1969 - c1984 and pro since then.
Internationally acclaimed mentalist, author, lecturer and winner of the prestigious "Mentalist of the Year Award." Recipient of the Psychic Entertainers Association Achievement Award for outstanding contributions to the art of mentalism. Awarded Lifetime Membership in the Psychic Entertainers Association. Winner of the Milbourne Christopher Foundation Literary Award for notable contributions to the Art of Magic. Author of four best selling books on mentalism and magic. And in July 1999, Larry Becker was inducted into the Society of American Magicians Hall of Fame. In June 2000, awarded The Lederman Award by the Psychic Entertainers Association for outstanding creativity in mentalism. Holder of England's prestigious Magic Circle MIMC with Gold Star.