Edgar Benyon

Edgar Wilson Benyon (29 March 1901–14 September 1978) was a New Zealand magician, juggler and entertainer. He was born in Auckland, New Zealand on 29 March 1901.[1]

In 1969 the Variety Artists Club of New Zealand Inc created an award in his honour. Named the Benny Award, it is the highest honour available to a New Zealand variety entertainer.[2]

Benyon was the first recipient of the Grand Master of Magic Award from the Brotherhood of Auckland Magicians in 1969.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Reilly, James V. "Edgar Wilson Benyon". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 23 April 2017.
  2. ^ "Variety Artists Club of NZ Benny Award Recipients". 30 May 2013.
  3. ^ "Grand Masters of Magic, Brotherhood of Auckland Magicians".


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