Mentalist and entertainer The Amazing Kreskin dies at 89 in New Jersey

George Kresge Jr., known as The Amazing Kreskin, has died at age 89 at his home in Caldwell, New Jersey. His friend confirmed his passing on Tuesday but did not provide further details. Kreskin gained fame in the 1960s as a mentalist and entertainer, appearing on numerous talk shows. He was known for his mind tricks, including guessing chosen playing cards and locating his paycheck among the audience. In addition to his television appearances, Kreskin hosted his own show in the 1970s and authored several books. He faced controversy in 2002 for a hoax prediction about a UFO, which he later admitted was a stunt.