Diego Chavez

About

Multicultural magician, speaker, and digital creator known for his appearances on Masters of Illusion on The CW and for his street-magic and lifestyle content across social media. He is also known for his Instagram account, YouTube channel, and other social platforms which feature magic performances, crowd reactions, and behind-the-scenes looks at building a creative career with over 1 million followers across platforms.

Before fame

He moved to the United State from Germany as a child and struggled to adjust to American life. He discovered magic when he was 12 years old and credits it with giving him confidence, direction, and a way to connect with others. He began sharing his magic content online in the early 2020s. His big break was appearing on Masters of Illusion in 2022 during Season 8. He moved to Chile in late 2023.

Trivia

He grew up speaking Spanish and German before learning English after moving to the U.S. He has ADHD. He is known for performing close up tricks in public spaces such as on sidewalks, in parks, and at events where he engages random passersby with sleight of hand, mind reading moments, and visual illusions.

Family life

He was born in Wiesbaden, Germany, where he lived for more than seven years with his brother and his two fully Hispanic parents. His family then moved to the United States when he was still young.

Associated with

He appeared on Masters of Illusion hosted by actor Dean Cain. He has also shared the stage and screen with magicians such as Murray Sawchuck and Rob Lake.