Many words have been and will be put out there in praise and appreciation for the wonderful contributions to magic that Bruce Cervon has made over the years. I was so stunned by the news of his death that I have been unable to find words of my own to convey my appreciation for knowing this man of such personal integrity, generosity, and loyalty. He was truly a treasured friend.

I was going over some archives, and found the following video I made while he was visiting my home about a decade and a half ago. Here he explains the “real work” on a favorite creation of his, Jumbo Cervon Monte. It’s a “behind the scenes” example of the fun he had playing the charming charlatan...