Quotes by

Criss Angel

Well, I had an immense respect for Cirque du Soleil when I first say them in the 80s on a television show and just thought, you know, this group is really reinventing the circus, as you know. Because there wasnt three rings. There were no animals. – Criss Angel

I like to say magic is the worlds second oldest profession, a mystical and often awe-inspiring spectacle that, throughout the ages, has blended superstition, trickery and religion. – Criss Angel

Im actually tougher on myself as I get older. Its a vicious cycle. The things that are important in life are the things that you cant buy in life: love, health and happiness. I say that, and I believe that, and I try to live that. – Criss Angel

I used to think that if I had success I would have freedom. But I have less freedom now than Ive ever had. And what gives me satisfaction is not the jewelry and not the cars. What gives me satisfaction is doing things for others, like children. – Criss Angel

I think that the problem is that people fear so many things and they dont live life to its fullest. And for me as an artist, if God should want me to come this Wednesday to the end of my life, so be it. – Criss Angel

Its so funny looking back, but my so-called overnight success actually took 15 years. I remember when I didnt have any money, and my only car was moms Hyundai. – Criss Angel

I had an amazing childhood, lots of love. But my dad worked his tail off, getting up at 4 in the morning and going off at 5, 6 oclock, yet he always had time to spend with his kids and his wife. – Criss Angel

Magic is the oldest part of the show business profession. It can now be used as a forward-thinking tool to build a childs confidence. It has been an amazing part in many entertainers lives, including Steve Martin and the late Johnny Carson. – Criss Angel

When my father died in my arms it had such a profound affect on me that at that very moment when my dad passed I realized that I needed to face my own fears. – Criss Angel

I have mentally overcome situations most of you would be terrified to ever attempt: heights, fire, needles, spiders, snakes, angry monkeys, being shot, being hit by a car, going blind – you name it, I have been in a situation where I have had to mentally overcome my inherent fears to do my job. – Criss Angel

The magic kit we developed with Idea Village is an extraordinary success in 40,000 stores across America. The TV commercial we shot for it has produced amazing results – unbelievable. – Criss Angel