History of David Blaine in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 24, 2025

David Blaine is an American magician, mentalist, and endurance artist known for his high-profile feats and street magic. He rose to fame with his 1997 television special, David Blaine: Street Magic, which showcased his innovative and close-up magic style. He continued with other television specials, including David Blaine: Real or Magic, Beyond Magic, and The Magic Way. Blaine's performances often involve elements of danger and endurance.

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1997: Dating Fiona Apple

In 1997, David Blaine dated Fiona Apple.

October 29, 2002: Publication of Mysterious Stranger: A Book of Magic

On October 29, 2002, Villard published Mysterious Stranger: A Book of Magic, an autobiography and armchair treasure hunt with instructions on performing magic tricks.

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March 20, 2004: Treasure Hunt Solved

On March 20, 2004, the treasure hunt in Mysterious Stranger: A Book of Magic, created by Cliff Johnson, was solved by Sherri Skanes.

2004: Rape Allegations in London

In 2004, British news outlets reported that London's Metropolitan Police asked David Blaine to travel to the UK for an interview under caution regarding rape allegations by former model Natasha Prince, concerning an incident at a house in Chelsea, West London.

November 2006: Times Square Gyroscope Stunt

In November 2006, David Blaine performed a stunt in New York's Times Square in support of The Salvation Army, escaping from shackles after 52 hours in a spinning gyroscope.

January 15, 2010: "Magic for Haiti" Performance

On January 15, 2010, David Blaine returned to Times Square to perform "Magic for Haiti", a 72-hour performance which raised nearly US$100,000 for Haiti earthquake relief.

January 27, 2011: Birth of Daughter

On January 27, 2011, David Blaine and his former girlfriend, French model Alizée Guinochet, had a daughter.

October 2017: Renewed Scrutiny of Misconduct Allegations

In October 2017, a report in The Daily Beast led to renewed scrutiny of alleged misconduct by David Blaine, in the wake of the Me Too movement.

April 2019: NYPD Investigation

In April 2019, David Blaine was investigated by the New York City Police Department over allegations that he sexually assaulted at least two women, but no charges were made.

September 2022: David Blaine Las Vegas Residency

In September 2022, David Blaine began his first ever Las Vegas residency with his "David Blaine Live" show at the Resorts World hotel.

June 2023: Extended Las Vegas Residency

In June 2023, David Blaine's Las Vegas residency at the Resorts World hotel, with his "David Blaine Live" show, concluded after an extended run.

December 2023: 'Impossible' Residency at The Encore Theatre

In December 2023, David Blaine announced his 'Impossible' residency at The Encore theatre, Wynn, which began in December 2023. This show is still running today, with Blaine performing an array of his favourite tricks and stunts over the course of three shows, on 3 days, of each month.