Harry Houdini parents: Mayer Samuel Weisz, Cecelia Weisz
Erich Weisz, better known by his stage name Harry Houdini, was an American escape artist, magician, and stunt performer. He was born on March 24, 1874, and died on October 31, 1926. His alias is a nod to the French magician Robert-Houdin (18051871), who served as his spiritual mentor.