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Lu Chen was born on 25 June, 1976 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is a Taiwanese magician. Discover Lu Chen's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 47 years old?

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Occupation Magician
Age 47 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 25 June, 1976
Birthday 25 June
Birthplace Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Nationality Taiwan

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Lu Chen Height, Weight & Measurements

At 47 years old, Lu Chen height is 1.73m .

Physical Status
Height 1.73m
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Who Is Lu Chen's Wife?

His wife is Ariel Wang (m. 2014)

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Wife Ariel Wang (m. 2014)
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Lu Chen Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Lu Chen worth at the age of 47 years old? Lu Chen’s income source is mostly from being a successful Magician. He is from Taiwan. We have estimated Lu Chen's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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Source of Income Magician

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1976

Lu "Louis" Chen (born June 25, 1976) is a Taiwanese magician and is credited to be the only Taiwanese magician to perform in Hollywood's Magic Castle, commonly referred to as China's most renowned magician.

Lu Chen has worked in television industry for over 20 years and has been considered as an iconic magic figure in the Chinese world.

His TV shows has been seen by more than a billion viewers in Asia.

2001

In 2001, Lu Chen expanded his magic shows onto television, starting a show called "Magic Star", quickly becoming STAR Chinese Channel's's most popular show.

2003

In 2003, he took first place at the international World Magic Seminar.

2007

From 2007 to 2009, Lu Chen has been performing and judging on the magic segment of the Chang Fei's popular Taiwanese variety show, Variety Big Brother.

2009

His first public appearance in the mainland China was in 2009, during CCTV's annual Spring Festival, performing a close-range three-part magic show, which included "teleporting" an engagement ring into a real egg.

Guests were invited to try basic magic after the show was over.

He has been the recipient of many international awards, including the famed "Neil Foster/Bill Baird Award for Excellence in Manipulation", which is handed out yearly by the Chavez College of Magic.

Lu Chen first became interested in magic at the age of 7 when he was attracted by a magic shop while shopping with his aunt.

He proceeded to enter and saw the shopkeeper make coins disappear, and when confronted, the shopkeeper pulled a lollipop from behind his ear.

From then, he began working on his magic skills, and at the age of 12, he won Taiwan's Youth Magic Contest, which was judged by world-famous magician David Copperfield.

In an interview, Lu Chen said that "This win was profoundly meaningful for me. It encouraged me to carry on my magic show dream. It showed me that my efforts could eventually lead to success."

Despite this, Lu Chen did not expect to become a professional magician, instead choosing to study the Japanese language at Soochow University, while practicing amateur magic in his spare time.

His failure to find a job after graduation forced him to pursue a career in magic.

His plans to pursue magic in China were fulfilled when he performed "Magic Hands" at CCTV New Year's Gala 2009 in front of a live audience and while one billion people watched the televised broadcast.

His performance was the second most popular show that night, surpassed only by Zhao Benshan's skit.

After his performance at the CCTV New Year's Gala, various provincial channels (most commonly Jiangsu TV, Shanghai Media Group and Hunan TV) offer an invitation for him to perform.

He has also appeared in Chinese television commercials throughout 2009.

2010

He performed again the following year at CCTV New Year's Gala 2010 and CCTV Lantern Festival's Gala 2010.

This accomplishment is considered one of his most remarkable achievements recently as he has shot to fame and popularity since then.

After his debut in China, he mainly appears in China and Japan for his performances.

In 2010, he was awarded the Merlin Award, his 26th magic award for his career.

2011

In 2011 he was awarded “The Magician of The Year” by The Academy of Magician Arts.

He graduated from Soochow University with a degree in Japanese literature.

Lu Chen has made multiple appearances internationally, performing in Japan, South Korea, Europe, the United States, and Australia.

In 2011, Lu Chen became the first Asian magician to have his own stage performance at Las Vegas and the first Taiwanese magician to be published in the American MAGIC magazine.

Today, many consider Lu Chen to be Asia's David Copperfield due to his high fame and popularity especially in Asia.