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Rocco Silano was born in Paterson, N.J., and is world renowned for his expertise in sleight of hand, as well as his originality in conjuring. Rocco studied with the Grand Master, Slydini, who made him promise to "make the world remember me and my magic". From this humble beginning, Rocco created and perfected his own style of Magic. Described by the late Harry Blackstone Jr. as "the epitome of real magic", Rocco carries with him all of the elements so crucial for "extraordinary magic". Poise, wit, charisma, a European style of charm that is totally disarming, along with impeccable sleight of hand. Sleight of hand that is now being applied to the grand stage of illusion like no other can.
Rocco is the recipient of the Merlin and Golden Lion Awards, a two-time winner of the coveted MAC award (Manhattan Association of Cabarets), and has been nominated nine times as Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts in four different categories.
Rocco won his first FISM award (Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques) in 1994 in Yokohama, Japan. Rocco went to Sweden in 2006 to compete again at FISM, and won a Special Award for being "The World's Most Original Magician FISM 2006". Rocco is the only American ever to win at FISM Twice.
Rocco recently starred in the VH1 hit reality series Celebracadabra.
When Rocco read that Elvis died reading the Bible, it intrigued him and motivated him to also study the Bible. Reading about the Miracles performed by Jesus Christ was what initially inspired Rocco to study Magic. He admired Slydini, Dai Vernon and Channing Pollock. Rocco has traveled the world many times over to share his wonderful brand of Magic.Rocco is most known for his extraordinary sleight of hand. In 1987 he won Sigfried and Roy's "Complete Conjurer" title in Las Vegas, and the "Jimmy Grippo best close-up" award.
Silano is also known for D'Lite, invented by Roger Mayfarth, Rocco's business partner.
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