Profile
Illusionist and Magician
#1 in Magicians today
David Copperfield has a net worth of $2 billion USD. Copperfield was earning $70 million annually through his TV shows.
Copperfield is described as the most successful and richest magician in history. He has sold 33 million tickets and grossed over US$4 billion throughout his career.
Income from Magic Shows
Until his active years (till 2006), David Copperfield was selling over 3 million tickets annually, earning over $50 million in income.
Copperfield holds many Guinness World Records for Most magic shows performed in a year, Most tickets sold, Highest career earnings as a magician, and Largest Broadway attendance in a week.
TV Show
Copperfield’s magic and illusion show on TV has run for 38 years, attracting millions of viewers each time.
At its peak, David Copperfield’s TV show was watched by over 6 million viewers, making it one of the most successful shows on ABC.
Copperfield was paid $20 million annually by ABC for his television shows, and to this day continues to earn $3 million annually in syndicate revenue.
Wife and Affairs
Copperfield has been in a string of relationships but was never married. Copperfield met German supermodel Claudia Schiffer at one of his shows, and the couple were soon engaged.
After nearly six year engagement, they announced their seperation in September 1999, citing work schedules.
David Copperfield Net Worth 2024 (Forbes)
| Net Worth: | $2 Billion |
| Annual Income: | $19 Million |
| Peak Earnings: | $70 Million |
| Cars Collection: | 35+ |
| Luxury Houses: | 20+ |
| Luxury Watches: | 150+ |
| Monthly Spends: | $4 Million |
| Share Investments: | $650 Million |
How did Copperfield get so rich?
In his late teens, Copperfield began performing at various venues in New York City.
He soon caught the eye of a television producer and landed a spot on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” in 1973, marking the beginning of his television career.
Throughout his career, Copperfield has performed countless awe-inspiring tricks, such as walking through the Great Wall of China, flying on stage, and making a vintage car materialize out of thin air.
FAQs
Who is the richest magician in the world?
David Copperfield.
What is David Copperfield most famous trick?
His “Flying” illusion. In this mesmerizing performance, Copperfield appears to levitate and fly on stage, defying gravity in front of a live audience.
How did David Copperfield learn magic?
At the age of 10, Copperfield began practicing magic as “Davino the Boy Magician” in his neighborhood.