Who inspired Houdini's stage name?
Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin
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Harry Houdini's stage name was inspired by French magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin, who was a prominent figure in the world of magic during the 19th century. Houdini admired Robert-Houdin's work and added an "i" to his last name to create his own stage name.
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