Mentalist The Amazing Kreskin dies at 89 in New Jersey

George Joseph Kresge Jr., known as The Amazing Kreskin, has died at age 89. He passed away at his home in Caldwell, New Jersey, according to his friend and former road manager, Ryan Galway. Kreskin began his television career in the 1960s and became famous for his mind tricks, including guessing chosen playing cards and locating his paycheck among the audience. He appeared on numerous talk shows and hosted his own show in the 1970s. In 2002, Kreskin made headlines for a failed UFO prediction, which he later admitted was a hoax. Despite controversies, he remained a beloved figure in entertainment for decades.