Magifest just concluded its 93rd convention in Columbus, Ohio and this year the weekend honored guest of honor Richard Turner. Turner has become a giant in the magic community by pushing the boundaries of card mechanics as we know them.
This wasn’t just another performance for Turner however, it marked his last public performance of his 52 year career. Here’s a look back at what he has accomplished in these decades and what his mark on the magic community will look like.
It’s well documented how Turner was diagnosed with a retina degeneration disease at the age of nine that caused him to lose his vision completely. This wouldn’t deter him to not only become an expert at the card table, but also partake in shark hunting, cliff diving, and achieve a high rank in martial arts.
His performances are marked by his dextrous abilities with a deck of cards highlighted best by his straightforward gambling routines. His blindness has heightened his ability to feel each card and he has even consulted for top playing card companies to make sure their decks are of the finest quality.
