Uri Geller

Childhood

Uri Geller was born on December 20, 1946, in Tel Aviv, Israel. From an early age, he claimed to possess extraordinary psychic abilities, including telepathy and metal-bending. His talents drew both fascination and skepticism, setting the stage for his later career as a world-famous mentalist.

Career

Geller rose to fame in the 1970s with his demonstrations of spoon-bending and mind-reading. His appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1973) and other TV programs made him a global sensation.

While primarily known as a performer, Geller also ventured into gambling-related claims, stating that his psychic powers could influence dice rolls and predict card outcomes. Casinos, which rely on randomness, have always been wary of such assertions, though no verified evidence supports Geller’s success in beating casino games.

Personal life

Geller married Hanna Shtrang in 1979, and the couple has two children. He has lived in England, the U.S., and Switzerland, maintaining a public presence through media appearances and debates on paranormal phenomena.

Revenue

Though Geller’s exact earnings are undisclosed, he has profited from:

• TV specials and performances (1970s–present)
• Book sales (e.g., Uri Geller’s Mind-Power Kit, 1996)
• Corporate motivational speaking (2000s–present)
• Alleged gambling-related stunts (unverified)
  

Interesting facts

• Claimed to stop Big Ben’s clock hands with his mind (1980s).
• Worked with the CIA and FBI on psychic espionage programs (1970s–1980s).
• Magicians like James Randi exposed his tricks as sleight of hand.
• Sued video game companies (e.g., Pokémon) over spoon-bending references.
  

Legacy

Geller remains one of the most famous—and controversial—mentalists. His claims about influencing gambling outcomes keep his name alive in discussions about casino security, psychic fraud, and the psychology of luck.