Actors & Entertainers · 21st Century
Harry Houdini’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Harry Houdini, Unknown
Who Was Harry Houdini?
Erik Weisz, known professionally as Harry Houdini, was a Hungarian-American escapologist, illusionist, and stunt performer noted for his escape acts.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Harry Houdini's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
The quoted words are fabricated. Houdini died on October 31, 1926, from peritonitis following a ruptured appendix. His actual last words were reportedly mundane statements about his shows and whether his insurance policies were paid, spoken to his brother Theo and wife Bess.
Sources
- biography The Secret Life of Houdini by William Kalush and Larry Sloman
- newspaper Contemporary newspaper accounts (1926)
Legacy
Harry Houdini's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Harry Houdini’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Harry Houdini die?
Harry Houdini died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Harry Houdini’s last words documented?
The quoted words are fabricated. Houdini died on October 31, 1926, from peritonitis following a ruptured appendix. His actual last words were reportedly mundane statements about his shows and whether his insurance policies were paid, spoken to his brother Theo and wife Bess.