Paul and Debbie had been due to appear in Donegal on May 4
Magician and entertainer Paul Daniels, 77, has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, his family has said.
A statement from his publicist said the entertainer had been diagnosed with “an incurable brain tumour”, and thanked well-wishers for their support.
He was due to appear in Letterkenny in May. The show has been cancelled.
Middlesbrough-born Daniels, whose career has spanned nearly four decades, found fame in the 1980s with his TV series The Paul Daniels Magic Show.
His wife, Debbie McGee, tweeted: “With great sadness.”
Daniels, whose real name is Newton Edward Daniels, developed his magic skills in working men’s clubs.
Daniels’ manager said all shows – including a planned gig at An Grianan in Letterkenny in May 4 – have been cancelled.
A statement said: “We can confirm that one of our greatest magicians and entertainers of all times, Paul Daniels, has sadly been diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour.
“On behalf of Paul, Debbie and their families, we thank you for your kind concerns and support at this sad time and ask that their privacy continues to be respected. There will be no further comments at this time.”
Tags: