Roy Horn of Siegfried & Roy dead after COVID-19 battle
(WISH) — Roy Horn, one half of the famous Siegfried & Roy magic and entertainment act in Las Vegas, is dead after a battle with the coronavirus, according to TMZ.
Siegfried Fischbacher and Horn were a staple in Sin City for more than a decade, and they were well known for their daring performances with tigers and big cats. Fischbacher released a statement after Horn’s death.
“Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend. 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. Roy was a fighter his whole life, including during these final 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.”
Siegfried Fischbacher
Horn’s death comes just over a week after his diagnosis.
He was 75 years old.
The Review Journal of Las Vegas reported the legendary duo mixed magic and exotic cats to routinely sell out the theater at Mirage, between 1990 until Oct. 3, 2003. On that night, Horn was dragged offstage by the tiger Mantecore, ending the show immediately. Horn spent the next 16-plus years rehabilitating from his injuries, often with Fischbacher at his side.
