Witness the enchanting “Magical Moments by Dell O’Dell”! ✨ Dive into the mystique of this pioneering female magician. From TV screens to the circus ring, discover Dell’s captivating journey. A true marvel awaits!
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Magical Moments by Dell O’Dell
Discover the legacy of Dell O’Dell, the trailblazing American magician who captivated audiences with her extraordinary talent and pioneering spirit. Born as Odella Newton (1897–1962), Dell O’Dell rose to fame as one of the first magicians to grace television screens, hosting her own show, The Dell O’Dell Show, on ABC’s local station in Los Angeles.
Her groundbreaking achievements didn’t stop there. Dell O’Dell was among the few American women to own and operate her own circus, the Della O’Dell Society Circus, which toured the Midwest in 1925 and 1926. Before becoming a nightclub sensation from the 1930s through the 1950s, she dazzled audiences in vaudeville and burlesque with her unique blend of magic, juggling furniture, and insightful lectures on physical culture.
Key Highlights of Dell O’Dell’s Career
- Television Pioneer: One of the first magicians to appear on TV, hosting her own show.
- Circus Owner: Owned and toured with her own circus in the 1920s.
- Nightclub Sensation: A leading female magician on the nightclub circuit for decades.
- Versatile Performer: Mastered juggling, magic, and physical culture lectures.
Experience the magical moments of Dell O’Dell’s life and career, a true icon in the world of magic and entertainment. Perfect for magic enthusiasts, historians, and anyone inspired by groundbreaking women in the arts.
Dell O’Dell, stage name of Odella Newton (1897 – 1962), was an American magician and pioneer role model for modern female performers. She was noted for being one of the first magicians to appear on television, hosting her own show (The Dell O’Dell Show) on ABC’s local station in Los Angeles. She was also one of few American women to have her own circus—Della O’Dell Society Circus—which toured the midwest in 1925 and 1926. Before becoming one of the most popular female magicians on the night club circuit during the 1930s through to the 50s, Dell O’Dell also performed in vaudeville and burlesque. Her skills included juggling furniture and lecturing on physical culture.
