Criss Angel Returns to Perform Death-Defying Magic Trick Despite Landing in Hospital Because Of It
Criss Angel recently landed in the hospital after one of his live performances. The daring magician is reportedly fine and well after being released and returned onstage to complete the straitjacket magic trick successfully.
The illusionist was reportedly attempting his straitjacket escape trick during a live episode of his "MINDFREAK LIVE!" show. People reports that the show stopped broadcasting 20 minutes into Angel's performance because he lost consciousness.
Angel was assisted by the show's crew and was hurriedly ushered to a nearby hospital to have him checked. The stunt daredevil's health was evaluated and he was eventually released by the hospital. The most surprising of it all is Angel went back on stage the day after to continue to straitjacket trick. In fact, he managed to successfully perform the stunt without any issues.
When the news broke out about Angel's Friday show mishap, an outpouring of concern and love flooded on social media from his fans all over the world. The Friday show was cancelled midway his performance and elicited mixed reactions from the audience. Attendees of the Las Vegas event were given full refunds for their tickets.
A representative for Angel told the media of what happened during the show. Angel reportedly wanted to continue on with his scheduled performance on Saturday.The rep also thanked the fans for their support on behalf of the illusionist.
When Angel returned on Saturday night to attempt the straitjacket stunt successfully, fans expressed their awe on social media. E !News reports that Angel's comeback show was shown on the Sunday episode of "Good Morning America."
The outlet adds that Angel made a $100,000 donation to the Make-A-Wish foundation after being unable to attend the event on Saturday morning with his son. A representative from a non-profit that Angel co-founded reportedly made the donation on his behalf.
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