Harry Houdini, the legendary magician and escape artist, was born Erik Weisz in Budapest, Hungary, in 1874. Renowned for his daring stunts and unmatched escapology skills, Houdini’s repertoire included escaping from straitjackets, handcuffs, and even submerged water tanks, earning him the moniker “The Handcuff King.”  He was also known for his debunking of spiritualist claims and his advocacy for magic as an art form, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of entertainment.