Ancestry of
Penn Jillette
Magician
Who is Penn Jillette?
Penn Jillette, born on March 5, 1955, in Greenfield, Massachusetts, is an iconic American magician, actor, musician, and best known as one half of the dynamic duo, Penn & Teller. Raised in a family that encouraged creativity and individuality, Jillette's early fascination with magic laid the foundation for his remarkable career.
Penn Jillette first gained widespread recognition in the late 1970s when he teamed up with fellow magician Teller to form one of the most enduring partnerships in the world of magic and entertainment. Their unique blend of comedy, illusion, and skepticism has made them a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
Beyond his magical prowess, Jillette is also a talented musician and an outspoken advocate for atheism and libertarianism. He is known for his candid and unapologetic approach to expressing his beliefs, often using humor to convey his messages. This outspoken nature extends beyond the stage and into various media, including books, television, and podcasting.
In addition to their live performances, Penn & Teller achieved widespread acclaim for their long-running television series "Penn & Teller: Bullshit!" where they debunked various pseudoscientific and paranormal claims. Jillette's charisma and wit have made him a sought-after guest on numerous talk shows and podcasts.
Some of the most recently added connections of famous kin for Penn Jillette
George Albert Smith
8th President of the Mormon Church
7th cousin 3 times removed
via Stephen Skiffe
Benjamin Silliman
Founder, American Journal of Science
6th cousin 7 times removed
via Richard Tilden
Benjamin Silliman
Founder, American Journal of Science
5th cousin 7 times removed
via Richard Warren
Gerard Way
Singer, Songwriter and Comic Book Writer
Co-creator of "The Umbrella Academy"
10th cousin 1 time removed
via John Gorham
Fannie Farmer
Author of original Fannie Farmer Cookbook
9th cousin 3 times removed
via Richard Warren
Brig. Gen. Henry Clay Wood
Medal of Honor Recipient
U.S. Civil War
6th cousin 5 times removed
via John Howland
Horatio Collins King
Medal of Honor Recipient
U.S. Civil War
7th cousin 5 times removed
via Richard Warren
Richard A. Snelling
76th and 78th Governor of Vermont
10th cousin 2 times removed
via Richard Warren
Porter Goss
1st Director of the C.I.A.
19th and last Dir. of Central Intelligence
10th cousin 1 time removed
via John Howland
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