Upon learning of Ricky's passing, Neil Patrick Harris expresses his condolences by praising the actor/magician's knowledge and appreciation for magic and the allied arts.
- November 26, 2018
AceShowbiz - Actor and magician Ricky Jay has died at the age of 70.
The star passed away on Saturday, November 24 of natural causes, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Jay made his TV debut at the age of four on "Time for Pets" and went on to gain a large following as a magician, starring in several films and TV shows, including "Boogie Nights", "Tomorrow Never Dies", The Prestige", and "Deadwood".
Jay also consulted on movie projects like "Ocean's Thirteen", "The Parent Trap", and "The Illusionist".
Master magician and historian Ricky Jay has passed away. The breadth of his knowledge and appreciation for magic and the allied arts was truly remarkable. Such sad news, such a profound loss. #RIPhttps://t.co/VRYRxhkQKr
— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) November 25, 2018
Paying tribute to the actor and magician, fan Neil Patrick Harris writes, "Master magician and historian Ricky Jay has passed away. The breadth of his knowledge and appreciation for magic and the allied arts was truly remarkable. Such sad news, such a profound loss."
