Legendary 1980s TV magician Wayne Dobson who dazzled millions with mind-bending tricks dies aged 68
His brother announced the tragic passing earlier today.
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Wayne was an ambassador for the MS Society after his own diagnosis
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Magician Wayne Dobson, 68, has sadly passed away
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The star became the youngest ever member of the Leicester Magic Circle at age 16 after developing a love for magic at an early age.
After winning the close-up competition at the International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring Convention, he went on to perform on Blue Peter.
This led to a long career as a successful magician, as he was loved for his witty sense of humour.
Wayne went on to perform with the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey and Freddie Starr as a guest TV star.
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His success continued to grow into the 1980s as he supported Engelbert Humperdinck on an American tour.
Once he returned to the UK he performed at the 1989 Royal Variety Show where he was assisted by boxer Frank Bruno and sports commentator Harry Carpenter.
He then hosted his own show called Wayne Dobson - A Kind of Magic.
After he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1988 he became an ambassador for the Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre.
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Determined to continue his magic, he returned to live performances with a show at Haslemere Hall in Surrey in 2022.
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