The Amazing Kreskin, famed mentalist and entertainer, dies at 89

George Kresge Jr., known as The Amazing Kreskin, has died at age 89. He passed away at his home in Caldwell, New Jersey, as confirmed by his friend and former road manager, Ryan Galway. Kreskin gained fame in the 1960s for his mentalist acts on various talk shows, captivating audiences with mind tricks. He also hosted his own show in the 1970s and authored several books. In 2002, Kreskin made headlines for a controversial UFO prediction that he later admitted was a hoax. Despite this, he remained a popular figure in entertainment for decades.