Gustavo Lorgia, one of the most recognized magicians and illusionists in Colombia and Latin America, died at the Reina Sofía Clinic in Bogotá at the age of 73. The news of his death generated shock in the entertainment world and among his followers, who always appreciated his ability to surprise and entertain.
During his extensive career, Lorgia stood out for his ability to perform highly complex tricks, as well as his ability to connect with the public. His charisma and skill allowed him to perform in numerous countries, bringing his art to audiences around the world. Over the years, he participated in a large number of television programs, magic festivals and private events, earning the respect and admiration of both his colleagues and the general public.
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Gustavo Adolfo Lorgia Vanegas was born on May 18, 1951 in Bucaramanga, Santander, where from a young age he showed a particular interest in the art of magic, influenced by his father, also a magician. After more than four decades of professional career, the artist stood out not only in Colombia, but also internationally, becoming an emblematic figure in the world of magic and entertainment.
According to his children, María Paula and Gustavo, who shared the news of their father’s death through a statement, the family expressed their gratitude to all those who have supported and admired Gustavo Lorgia throughout his career and especially during his last years. days of fighting the disease.
“This message is for all of our father’s family, friends and colleagues, who have supported, admired and filled him with courage in these last days.. After the spinal shock that he suffered a little more than 15 days ago, Today he stopped clinging to life and died. There are no words to describe the pain that your departure causes us, but we want to thank you because due to this process and especially thanks to it, we learned to value much more the importance of love and care, listening and understanding,” they stated. his children, according to the newspaper The viewer.
In addition, they added that: “Thank you for your strength, your company and for helping us understand this transition so worthy of my dad to another plane, we will never forget it and the most important thing for you to know is that he was magically happy until the last.” moment of his life.”
Gustavo Lorgia began his career in the 1970s, gaining recognition on local stages for his skill in magic and his ability to combine mystery with humor. His style and innate talent led him to establish himself as one of the most important magicians in Colombia, and soon his fame crossed borders.
For more than 45 years, Lorgia captivated audiences around the world with his shows, which included not only acts of illusionism, but elements of comedy that made his presentations unforgettable experiences. Countries such as Germany, Argentina, China, Chile, Cyprus, Brazil, Ecuador, Egypt, Spain, France, Holland, England, Iran, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Panama, Peru, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Russia, Switzerland, Turkey, the US and Venezuela witnessed the art of the Colombian, who knew how to adapt his magic to different cultures and international audiences with great success.
His influence on Latin American magic is undeniable, since He was one of the pioneers in taking the art of illusionism to new levels of sophistication and popularity in the region. Through television, theater and numerous live events, Lorgia inspired several generations of magicians and performance enthusiasts, leaving a legacy that will last for many years.
