David Roth was an American magician who was born on March 13, 1952, in New York City. He was widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest coin magicians, and a major contributor to the field of contemporary coin technique. He authored several books and videos on coin magic, and received many awards and honors from the magic community. He was also a consultant and performer for several shows and productions, including those of Ricky Jay and David Copperfield.
How Did David Roth Die?
David Roth died on January 15, 2021, at the age of 68. His death was sudden and unexpected, as he had made an appointment to see his doctor but never made it. According to his friend and fellow magician, Dr. Michael Rubinstein, he had developed some chronic health issues over the past few years but seemed to be doing OK until recently. He did not reveal the exact cause of his death, but said that he was not feeling well and passed away peacefully in his sleep
What Was David Roth’s Legacy?
David Roth’s legacy was his immense influence and innovation in the art of coin magic. He created and refined many techniques and routines that are now considered classics, such as the Edge Grip, the Retention Vanish, the Shuttle Pass, the Hanging Coins, and the Original Chinese Coin Assembly. He also inspired and taught many other magicians, both amateurs and professionals, through his lectures, books, videos, and personal interactions. He was praised by many of his peers and mentors, such as Dai Vernon, Richard Kaufman, Darwin Ortiz, and Jamy Ian Swiss, as a genius and a master of coin magic
David Roth was a legend in the magic world, and his death was a great loss for the magic community and his fans. He will be remembered and missed by many who admired his skill, creativity, and passion for coin magic.
