Roy Horn, of Siegfried & Roy, the incredible Las Vegas act, has died after complications from coronavirus, multiple outlets confirm. He was 75.
According to a press release, the famous performer passed away from the illness at a Las Vegas hospital on Friday.
“Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend,” said Siegfried. “From the moment we met, I knew Roy and I, together, would change the world. There could be no Siegfried without Roy, and no Roy without Siegfried.” He continued, “Roy was a fighter his whole life including during these final few days. I give my heartfelt appreciation to the team of doctors, nurses and staff at Mountain View Hospital who worked heroically against this insidious virus that ultimately took Roy’s life.”
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View GalleryThe duo had been working together in their musical act for over 40 year and overcame many challenges, including the career-ending attack that left audiences shock. Roy was attacked onstage by their 7-year-old white tiger named Mantecore in 2003. He escaped the incident with critical injuries, but ultimately survived.
Roy will certainly be missed.
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