Leslie George Cole
Leslie George Cole | |
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| Born | Leslie George Vante Cole 5 March 1892 Alexandria, Sydney, Australia |
| Died | 20 January 1978 (aged 85) Bellevue Hill, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Other names | Les Levant Levante Magician Cole Les Cole |
| Occupation(s) | Illusionist Magician Stunt performer actor |
| Years active | 1907–1977 |
| Organization | Australian Society of Magicians Incorporated |
| Notable work | How's Tricks |
| Spouse | Gladys Pretoria Costin (m. 7 June 1919 – 20 January 1978, Cole's death) |
| Children | Esme Levante |
| Parent(s) | George Cole Sarah Catherine |
Leslie George "Les" Vante Cole, known professionally by the stage names "Levant", "Levante", "The Great Levante" and Magician Cole (5 March 1892 – 20 January 1978), was an Australian illusionist. He is regarded as one of the greatest magicians in the world and "Australia's most famous magician". He is also credited with creating the Impaling illusion.