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About Penn Jillette
American magician, entertainer and author
Penn Fraser Jillette is an American magician, entertainer, and author, best known for performing with Teller as the duo Penn & Teller. He has been active in stage and television work, and as of 2026 the pair were marking 25 years headlining in Las Vegas at The Rio. Jillette is the spoken voice of the act, serving as its orator and raconteur. He has appeared in shows such as Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Penn & Teller: Bullshit!, where their performances blend magic with commentary and a sharp, conversational style.
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