Murray John Sawchuck (born November 25, 1973,^[1] stage name Murray SawChuck) is a stage illusionist, magician, comedian, actor, and host. Based in Las Vegas, SawChuck has dubbed himself “The ‘Dennis the Menace‘ of Magic,” and his shows often consist of a blend of “comical mishaps” that result in illusions and magic tricks.^[2] He was featured in the fifth season of America’s Got Talent,^[2] and is the resident magic historian on Pawn Stars. SawChuck has also appeared as a magic coach on five episodes of the VH1 series Celebracadabra,^[3] and has been a guest star on shows such as Reno 911!, Last Comic Standing,^[4] Celebrity Blind Date, War of the Worlds 2: The Next Wave, and Ring of Darkness.

In 2018, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman surprised SawChuck with a proclamation that declared November 25 Murray the Magician Day.^[5] SawChuck currently has a resident show at the Tropicana Hotel^[6] and regularly tours worldwide.