A recent performance of Criss Angel’s magic show “MINDFREAK” at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas was allegedly disrupted by an audience member.
The audience member, Brandon McDonald, was seated in the second row. Criss Angel allegedly assisted in containing Brandon after he became physical with members of Planet Hollywood’s security team. Witnesses later described the incident to TMZ.
Allegedly, an usher asked Brandon to put his phone away during Criss Angel’s performance. Witnesses claimed to TMZ that Brandon did not cooperate with this request. According to witnesses, words were exchanged, and Brandon’s behavior became more erratic.
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TMZ also obtained a copy of a Las Vegas Metropolitan police report that recorded the entire incident. The police report alleged that Brandon got into a physical altercation with Planet Hollywood staff in the second row of the theater. Allegedly, another audience member was assaulted during the scuffle between Brandon and Planet Hollywood staff.
Then, Planet Hollywood security guards got involved to remove Brandon from his seat. At this point, witnesses described the scene as “total chaos.” Witnesses also told TMZ that Brandon allegedly attempted to grab a Planet Hollywood security guard from behind.
At this point, witnesses claimed that Criss Angel halted his performance, and the 56-year-old magician aided security in subduing Brandon. Criss Angel and the security guards then escorted Brandon out of the theater, where they waited for the Metropolitan Police to arrive. When law enforcement appeared on the scene, Brandon was allegedly arrested on a battery charge.
Witnesses also reported that Criss Angel returned to the stage after this incident and completed his performance.
Criss Angel’s Successful Career
In 2017, Criss Angel allegedly lost consciousness during a performance of “MINDFREAK LIVE!” at the Luxor Hotel and Casino. He was attempting an upside-down straightjacket escape while being suspended by his feet.
NBC NEWS reported what happened to Criss Angel during this performance, describing it as a “dangerous stunt.” A representative for Criss Angel told People that he “lost consciousness” on stage. Angel was immediately rushed to a local hospital and admitted overnight.
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Fans expressed their shock and support for Criss Angel on social media. After his release from hospital, Criss Angel’s rep said, “He is grateful for the outpouring of love and concern from his fans around the world.”
Criss Angel is considered one of the most successful illusionists in the world.
In 2019, He ended a decade-long residency at the Luxor Hotel and Casino. Criss Angel moved his show to the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, where he has his own performance hall called the Criss Angel Theater.
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Newsweek reported that the “MINDFREAK” show adds $150 million a year to the economy in Las Vegas.
Criss Angel was honored by the International Brotherhood of Magicians with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and on Thursday, July 20, 2017, Criss Angel received the 2,615th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
