So Long, Mr. Wizard
Don Hebert, known to many of us as Mr. Wizard, passed away yesterday morning at 9:00 AM PDT after his battle with cancer. I'm not sure how many of you out there were Mr. Wizard's fans, but I was one of them. My memory is a bit foggy but if I recall correctly he would come on in the afternoons on Nickelodeon. Hearing the theme song again after so many years brings back a flood of memories.
He would fascinate me with his wonderful science. From him, I learned how to crush an empty milk jug using hot and cold water. I even learned how to slice a banana without peeling it - using just a needle and some thread! Truly amazing stuff, but what's more amazing is the countless number of children he inspired and educated over his long career.
Mr. Wizard, you will be missed.
Don Hebert's Obituary [LA Times]
[via CNN]
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Posted to Hot Stuff, Miscellany, Television on 13 June 2007
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That's so upsetting. I remember watching him all the time on Nickelodeon with my little brother. RIP, Mr. Wizard.
xoxo
ooh, I totally did that banana trick. And 'member the vacuumed marshmallows and smashing liquid nitrogen frozen objects?
I remember when he tested the speed of light and sound by setting up a field test. This and much more. He will be missed indeed.