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James Randi was a Canadian-American magician, escape artist, and paranormal skeptic born on August 7, 1928. Renowned for his efforts to debunk claims of the supernatural, he founded the James Randi Educational Foundation and offered the One Million Dollar Paranormal Challenge to anyone who could demonstrate a paranormal ability under controlled conditions. Randi authored several books advocating for scientific skepticism and critical thinking, making a significant impact on the public understanding of pseudoscience. He passed away on October 20, 2020.

1928–2020·lived 92 years