A real A-list celebrity.  I met Jimmy Page while working in a restaurant.  He came in with his family, sat down, ordered some food and none of the staff were any the wiser.  Maybe they were all too young to realise that they were in the presence of the guitarist from legendary rock band LED ZEPPELIN.  Someone who has sold well over 200 million albums!  Jimmy really enjoyed the magic and when it came time to get a picture there was only one choice of card to include - the Ace of Spades!

I was invited to entertain at the official opening of the Innovation Indian restaurant in Maidenhead.  Amongst the guests was the local MP and current Home Secretary Teresa May.  She was very interested to see some magic and, when asked to write or draw something on a card, wrote "HAPPY DAYS" across the top.  Her job can clearly be very stressful at times, but during the meal she was in high spirits and helped the event go with a swing.  Her card - the King of Hearts. 

I met Greg at the ATP tennis finals held at the O2.  He is still a fine tennis player but on this occasion was part of the commentary team for Sky Sports.  In between the matches he had some spare time to see a bit of magic and when it came to choosing his card it just had to be (what else for a tennis star?) an ace - in this case the Ace of Clubs.

I met Derren at The Fat Duck in Bray - a place that has previously been rated as the best restaurant in the world!  It was a huge pleasure to finally meet the man who triggered my interest in the magical arts with his TV shows and live performances.  He was a lovely guy and continues to be an inspiration to all of us whose job is to make amazing things happen.

You all know David from his TV shows and his knowledge of antiques, but did you also know that he likes a bit of magic now and then?  I met him in Windsor during shooting for one of his "Real Deal" TV shows and he was a lovely guy and true gent.  His card is the King of Clubs, although he mentioned that "the knave" might be more appropriate!

Yes, "The Hoff" himself!  The man - the legend - a world class celebrity if ever I met one!

It was a real pleasure to spend some time with him, have a chat and mix it up with a bit of magic.

This isn't the greatest picture, I think my cameraman was overcome with excitement at being in the presence of such greatness, but I hope you enjoy it all the same.

The Hoff's card of choice?  Two of Diamonds. 

I met Tom at a charity event and the legendary veteran comedian was on top form.  He was very friendly, chatting with everyone and adding something really special to the evening

I had warmed the audience up with some magic and mind-reading and then Tom delivered a brilliant hour of comedy - he's still got it!  And he is one of the few people who can get away with wearing a green suit and make it look good!

You probably know Paul from TV show "The Real Hustle" where he demonstrates cons and scams with Alex Conran and Jessica-Jane Clement.

It was great to meet Paul as he is a expert magician himself and a regular at the annual magic convention in Blackpool.  He has also acted as a consultant on several Hollywood films including "Smokin' Aces".

His card is the two of clubs - a great choice!

This might not be a familiar name to some people, but for others Nicko is a real legend.  He is one of the best rock drummers in the world and has played with Canadian guitarist Pat Travers and French rock band Trust.  But of course he is most famous as the drummer for heavy metal maestros IRON MAIDEN.  What a great guy and his card - the Two of Spades.

For everyone of a certain age the name TISWAS brings back memories of hilarious chaotic Saturday morning TV starring Chris Tarrant and the lovely Sally James.  She is now a businesswoman and has a regular show on Brooklands local radio.  I met her to do an interview about life as a magician for hire in Southern England.  You can hear it on their website.  Her card - the Seven of Diamonds.

If you've watched TV recently you are bound to have come across comedian Rufus Hound, he seems to be on everything at the moment!  Not only is he a great stand-up and witty quiz show panelist but he is now breaking into cinema and will be starring in a romcom called "The Wedding Video" in 2012.  I'm also in a couple of scenes playing a wedding magician - next stop Hollywood!

Lucy is an amazing actress whose career just keeps getting better and better.  You may have seen her in ITV's "Doc Martin" or in the film "Bad Teacher" alongside Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake.  She has also worked with Woody Allen and is well on the way to full worldwide celebrity status.  Whether playing a femme fatale or girl next door she's someone to keep your eye on.  Her card?  What else could it be - the Queen of Hearts!

What can you say about Lembit that hasn't already been said?  MP (err, ex-MP), TV pundit, comedian, ladies man, veteran of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Segway rider and all round nice guy.  It was a real pleasure to meet him and, remembering how lucky he has been with the female sex, it seemed only right to give him a lucky and romantic card - the Seven of Hearts

I met comedian and all-round renaissance man Richard Herring at the Leicester Square Theatre.  You may remember his TV shows working alongside Stewart Lee, but now he prefers to work in the 21st century medium of the podcast.  His "AIOTM (aiotm)" and "Collings & Herrin" podcasts are comedy gems, if sometimes a little offensive in places.  Richard's card is the Three of Clubs, although I can't for the life of me remember why.

Michael is a world-class magician and one of the people who taught me magic when I was just starting out.  You may have seen him on the TV show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" - he's one of the few people to have been on it twice!  I know quite a few of the magicians who have appeared on this show, maybe it'll be my turn during the next series? 

I often asked people to sign cards, it helps to personalise the magic and makes sure that I can't do anything sneaky - a signed card is unique in the world!  A while back I was performing in a restaurant and at the end of the night noticed that one of the cards was signed "Jennifer Aniston".  I'm pretty sure I would have remembered doing magic for this world famous celebrity.  Beside the Seven of Hearts is Lembit Opik's card, so it can't be right, but it's a nice thought. 

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