Ronald Stanley Leonard facts for kids
Ronald Stanley Leonard (born August 23, 1923 – died October 5, 1998) was a Canadian who loved to entertain. He was a talented magician and an amazing artist. Many people knew him as "Mr. Magic." He also painted beautiful landscapes. His brother, Cy Leonard, was a famous ventriloquist.
Ronald "Mr. Magic" Leonard
Ronald Stanley Leonard was born in Canada on August 23, 1923. He passed away on October 5, 1998. He was a very creative person. Ronald was known for his magic tricks and illusions. He was also a skilled painter. He used oil paints and watercolors to create his art.
Mr. Magic on TV
For 16 years, Ronald Leonard was a star on children's television. He was the main magician on a show called Uncle Bobby. This popular show was on CFTO in the 1960s and 1970s. On the show, he was known as "Mr. Magic." Kids loved watching his amazing tricks.
More Than Just Magic
Ronald Leonard was not only a magician. He was also a trained Master of Ceremonies (MC). An MC is someone who hosts events. He was also a singer and an actor. He performed alongside many famous people. These included Robert Goulet, Cab Calloway, Rich Little, and Jane Morgan.
He had a funny magic show called "Funzafizzen Magic a Go-Go." He toured with this show in Toronto and Niagara Falls. He even performed it in other countries. Ronald often said he was a comedian. He just used magic to make people laugh.
