Oprah and David both speak of feeling motivated by positive feedback about their performing skills from adults.
Published on Jul 16, 2012 by OWN
Born David Seth Kotkin in a New Jersey suburb, David Copperfield, an only child, was blessed with a vivid imagination. Then, in the ’60s, a trip to a New York City magic shop changed his life forever. Find out how David went from a child prodigy—performing as Davino, Boy Magician—to the renowned illusionist he is today.For more on Oprah’s Next Chapter visit http://www.oprah.com/OprahsNextChapter
