Uri Geller is Not A Magician
Uri Geller is Not A Magician
The New York Times continues Geller's reputation rehabilitation tour, surreally romanticizing his decades of harmful deceptions
This article (written by D.J. Grothe) explains how Uri Geller, known for bending spoons and claiming supernatural abilities, is not a magician, but a con man.
Despite being debunked numerous times, Geller built his fame and wealth on the deception that his feats were real, which deeply offended the magic community and skeptics.
Surprisingly, the magic community has recently started to embrace Geller, overlooking his controversial past due to his charm and celebrity status. However, Grothe disagrees with this change of heart and with the New York Times' portrayal of Geller as a redeemed entertainer. In Grothe's view, Geller's continued deceptions and lack of remorse should serve as a warning, not as an endorsement of his actions.
Oh wow. I haven’t thought about Uri Geller in years. I thought he had already been thoroughly exposed and discredited by people like James Randi a long, long time ago. It’s unfortunate how so much bullshit has come back into fashion.