Fay Presto facts for kids
Fay Presto, born Letitia Winter on May 17, 1948, is a famous British magician. She is known for her amazing close-up magic tricks. She is also a special member of The Inner Magic Circle, a very respected group for magicians.
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Becoming a Magician
Fay Presto started her career in a different field. She worked as a lab assistant at a research company. Later, she tried studying more and working in sales. In her late thirties, she discovered her passion for magic.
She joined The Magic Circle, a famous group for magicians. However, she was asked to leave when she began her journey to live as a woman. In 1991, The Magic Circle changed its rules. They voted to allow women to become members. Fay Presto was one of the very first women to join this special group.
Her Magic Style
Fay Presto is famous for her close-up magic. This means she performs tricks right in front of people, often using everyday objects. She has performed at Langan's Brasserie in London for many years.
One of her most famous tricks is the "bottle through the table." This trick was even named the 37th greatest magic trick ever by a TV show called 50 Greatest Magic Tricks.
From 2014 to 2017, Fay Presto toured with a show called Champions of Magic. She performed alongside other talented magicians. She has also been featured in documentaries. These include "Fay Presto: Illusions of Grandeur" in 1994 and "Fay Presto, the Queen of Close-up" in 2017.
TV Appearances
Fay Presto has appeared on television many times. She has been in documentaries about magic. She has also played herself in small roles on TV shows.
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Fay Presto: Illusions of Grandeur | Herself |
| 1995 | Paul Daniels' Secrets | Herself |
| 2001 | Emmerdale | Herself |
| 2002 | 50 Greatest Magic Tricks | Herself |
| 2016 | When Magic Goes Horribly Wrong | Herself |
| 2017 | Fay Presto, Queen of Close-up | Herself |
Awards and Recognition
Fay Presto has won several awards for her magic.
- In 1998, Tatler Magazine named her "Party Entertainer of the Year."
- In 2012, she won a big award from The Magic Circle. She was named "The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year 2012."
Her Life and Helping Others
Fay Presto is a transgender woman. This means she is a woman who was assigned male at birth. She often uses her talents to help others. She organizes and performs in shows to support the rights of women, children, and the LGBT community. She is also an ambassador for Action for Children, a charity that helps young people.
