Doug Henning

Doug Henning (1947-2000) was a magician and illusionist from Toronto, Canada. Guest star in Episode 421 of The Muppet Show.

With his magic shows, he rejected the traditional tuxedo and top hat costume and prefered bright, multi-coloured casual clothing and tights. He also sported long hair and a long, bushy moustache.

Was nominated for Broadway's 1975 Tony Award as Best Supporting or Featured Actor (Musical) for "The Magic Show."

Ran for the House of Commons in Canada as a candidate for the fringe Natural Law Party in 1993.

Student of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

Henning is credited with reviving the magic show as a form of mass entertainment in the 1970s and popularizing it on television.

Died in Los Angeles of liver cancer on February 7, 2000.