There is a mention of a death date for David Copperfield as November 30, -0001, which is not accurate as David Copperfield is alive.

David Seth Kotkin, known professionally as David Copperfield, was born on September 16, 1956 in Metuchen, New Jersey. He is an American magician with a successful career spanning over 40 years.

At the age of 10, David Copperfield began practicing magic in his neighborhood under the stage name 'Davino the Boy Magician'. This marked the beginning of his journey into the world of magic and illusion.

At the age of 12, David Copperfield achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the youngest person ever admitted to the prestigious Society of American Magicians. This recognition highlighted his exceptional talent and dedication to the art of magic.

At the age of 18, David Copperfield enrolled at Fordham University but left shortly after to star in a musical in Chicago. It was during this time that he adopted the stage name 'David Copperfield' from the famous Charles Dickens novel, signifying a pivotal moment in his career.

By the age of 16, David Copperfield was already teaching a course in magic at New York University, demonstrating his expertise and passion for the art of illusion.

At age 18, he enrolled at Fordham University and was cast in the lead role of the Chicago-based musical The Magic Man, adopting his new stage name 'David Copperfield' from the Charles Dickens book of the same name.

At age 19, David Copperfield was headlining at the Pagoda Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii.

In 1977, David Copperfield hosted a magic special called The Magic of ABC, produced by Joseph Cates for ABC network.

David Copperfield's television special aired on October 27, 1978, with special guests including Orson Welles, Carl Ballantine, and Bernadette Peters.

The second magic special by David Copperfield featuring special guests Bill Bixby, Loni Anderson, Valerie Bertinelli, Robert Stack, and Alan Alan.

The third magic special by David Copperfield where he levitates a Ferrari, with special guests Jack Klugman, Debby Boone, Mary Crosby, Louis Nye, Shimada, Cindy Williams, and David Mendenhall.

The fourth magic special by David Copperfield featuring the illusion of a vanishing airplane, with special guests Jason Robards, Susan Anton, Audrey Landers, Catherine Bach, David Mendenhall, Barnard Hughes, Clark Brandon, and Elaine Joyce. The last illusion, Lear Jet Vanish, was filmed at the Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles, California.

In March 1982, David Copperfield founded Project Magic, a rehabilitation program to help disabled patients regain dexterity skills using sleight of hand as physical therapy. The program is used in over 1,100 hospitals in 30 countries.

David Copperfield performed an illusion where he made the Statue of Liberty disappear in front of a live audience on television. The disappearance was followed by a reappearance, emphasizing the importance of liberty and freedom.

During a rehearsal of the 'Escape From Death' illusion in 1984, David Copperfield became tangled in chains while submerged in a tank of water. He suffered injuries and was hospitalized, requiring a wheelchair and cane for recovery.

The sixth magic special by David Copperfield where he floats over the Grand Canyon, with special guests Ricardo Montalbán, Bonnie Tyler, and Heather Thomas. The extended international version included Tyler being sawed in half by Copperfield.

The seventh magic special by David Copperfield titled Familiares, with special guests Angie Dickinson, Teri Copley, Omri Katz, and Peggy Fleming.

David Copperfield performs a magic trick where he walks through the Great Wall of China, with special guest Ben Vereen. At the end of the show, Copperfield promotes a return to Egypt, which he later cancels due to political reasons.

David Copperfield's television show features a magic trick where he escapes from Alcatraz, with special guest Ann Jillian. The show uses the soundtrack of Back to the Future, which later becomes a subject of parody.

David Copperfield performs magic related to the Bermuda Triangle, with special guest Lisa Hartman. The show is filmed at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

David Copperfield presents an explosive magic show with special guest Emma Samms at the Orange County Performing Arts Center in California. The show wins Emmy awards for Outstanding Costume Design and Lighting Direction.

David Copperfield takes on the Niagara Falls Challenge with special guests Kim Alexis and Penn & Teller at the Orange County Performing Arts Center in California. The show wins an Emmy for Outstanding Technical Direction.

The TV special featuring David Copperfield with special guest Jane Seymour, filmed at Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center in Florida and Tillamook Air Museum in Oregon.

TV special with David Copperfield, special guest James Earl Jones, and a special appearance by Orson Welles, filmed at Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Florida.

TV special featuring David Copperfield with special guest Wayne Gretzky, filmed at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center in Florida.

David Copperfield celebrated 15 years of magic with a special featuring guest appearances by Claudia Schiffer, James Earl Jones, and Joanie Spina. The show included the reprisal of the 'Flying' and 'Clearly Impossible' illusions.

On April 25, 1995, David Copperfield had his star ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Filmed at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, this special showcased David Copperfield's magic with a focus on 'Unexplained Forces'. It won three Emmy awards for editing, lighting direction, and technical direction.

In collaboration with Francis Ford Coppola, David Ives, and Eiko Ishioka, Copperfield's Broadway show Dreams & Nightmares broke box office records in New York at the Martin Beck Theatre.

In 1997, David Copperfield and Claudia Schiffer sued Paris Match for $30 million over claims that their relationship was fake and that Schiffer was paid to pretend to be Copperfield's fiancée.

In 1999, David Copperfield and Claudia Schiffer won an undisclosed sum and a retraction from Paris Match regarding the false claims about their relationship.

David Copperfield presented 'The Great Escapes' in this special, showcasing his talent for escaping from challenging situations.

On August 25, 2000, David Copperfield unsuccessfully sued Fireman's Fund Insurance Company for reimbursement of a ransom paid in Russia to individuals who had taken his equipment.

In 'Copperfield – Tornado of Fire', David Copperfield performed daring illusions, including a tornado stunt, with special guests like Carson Daly and Whoopi Goldberg.

David Copperfield guest-starred as himself in the 2002 episode 'My Lucky Day' of the TV series Scrubs.

In 2004, John Melk sued David Copperfield for fraud after Copperfield purchased an island chain, alleging that Copperfield had concealed his identity during the purchase.

In April 2006, David Copperfield and his two female assistants were robbed at gunpoint after a performance in West Palm Beach, Florida. Copperfield claimed to have used sleight of hand to hide his possessions during the robbery.

On November 6, 2007, Viva Art International Ltd and Maz Concerts Inc. sued David Copperfield for breach of contract and withholding of equipment in Jakarta.

In a live show in Las Vegas, David Copperfield's assistant Brandon was sucked into the spinning blades of an industrial fan during a performance. Brandon suffered multiple fractures, severe bleeding, and facial lacerations. Copperfield canceled the show and offered refunds to the audience.

Copperfield made his first live TV appearance in some time at the 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards with two illusions, including making singer Taylor Swift appear inside an apparently empty translucent-sided elevator and sawing her in half.

Michael Jackson dropped Copperfield from his residency at the O2 Arena after a dispute over money. Copperfield requested $1 million per show, but denied reports of a falling-out.

In January 2010, the Bellevue City Prosecutor's Office brought misdemeanor charges against Lacey L. Carroll for prostitution and making a false accusation of rape. These charges were related to a case involving David Copperfield.

Copperfield joined the cast of the film Burt Wonderstone, working with actors like Steve Carell and Olivia Wilde to develop illusions used in the movie.

OWN-TV aired a special and interview with Copperfield as part of Oprah's Next Chapter series, showcasing his personal life, family, and magic effects. Copperfield and his girlfriend announced their engagement during the show.

In October 2012, David Copperfield sent a robocall to Maryland residents endorsing a ballot initiative to expand gambling in the state.

David Copperfield made an appearance as himself in the 2013 film Burt Wonderstone.

David Copperfield appeared on The Amazing Race 24 in 2014.

David Copperfield was inducted into New York City's Ride of Fame on September 11, 2015.

In July 2016, David Copperfield purchased a mansion at 1625 Enclave Court in Las Vegas's affluent Summerlin community for $17.55 million.

David Copperfield, the most commercially successful magician in history, shared insights about his career, influences, and motivation. He has won numerous awards, including 11 Guinness World Records and 21 Emmy Awards. Copperfield is known for his storytelling and illusion combination.

In January 2018, David Copperfield was accused of drugging and assaulting a teenager in 1988. Copperfield responded to these accusations with a statement on January 24, 2018.

On Flag Day 2019, David Copperfield made the missing star from the original Star-Spangled Banner flag reappear in an illusion at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History.

In December 2020, David Copperfield became the 23rd member of the Hall of Fame of the National Museum of American Jewish History.

David Copperfield, in collaboration with Richard Wiseman and David Britland, released a new book titled 'David Copperfield's History of Magic'. The book explores the stories of 28 influential magicians and showcases tools used in their acts from Copperfield's personal collection.

The hardbound edition of David Copperfield's History of Magic, consisting of 272 pages, is now available in stock for immediate shipping.

In January 2024, David Copperfield's name was listed as one of the associates of American financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

In May 2024, The Guardian published an investigation where 16 women accused David Copperfield of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior. The allegations spanned from the late 1980s to 2014, with claims of drugging and engaging in sexual relations with minors.