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03.21.2008 Don't Miss John on Philadelphia's 10! Show
John appeared on Philadelphia's 10! Show hosted by Bill Henley and Lori Wilson to show off his balloon sculpting skills and talk about his latest Guinness World Record. The show airs weekdays at 2:00PM EST.

For more information about the 10! Show visit www.nbc10.com.


Friend of MDA

02.25.2008 Help Support Jerry's Kids - Plant Shamrock!
For the past two years John has participated in the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon for MDA. The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency working to defeat neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.

Among other services, MDA sends more than 4,200 kids with neuromuscular diseases to MDA summer camps each year, at cost to MDA of $800 per camper. There's no charge to families. Last year John was thrilled to be able to perform for one of the MDA Summer Camps in western PA. More information is available at www.mda.org. This is such a worthy charity - please show your support by planting a shamrock!


02.07.2008 Its Official! The New Record is 747!

Just confirmed - John's record of 747 Balloon Sculptures in One Hour has just been confirmed by Guinness World Records, though it hasn't hit their online database yet, they have sent John the new Guinness World Record certificate and confirmation letter. Click here to browse press coverage of the event.


1.31.2008 - Congratulations Rocco!

Congratulations to Rocco Fiorentino! Thanks to your online votes Rocco was named a finalist in the Volvo for Life Awards. Although he didn't win the grand prize, he did win $10,000 for his charity, The Little Rock Foundation. To read more about the awards, visit www.volvoforlifeawards.com - to read more about Rocco and The Little Rock Foundation, visit www.musicbyrocco.com


1.10.2008 Don't miss John on Radio Disney

You can catch John on Radio Disney - Philadelphia on Sunday January 13th talking about his Guinness World Records and about his upcoming appearance at the Philaelphia Home Show.


12.20.2007 - Balloon Barry Bonds

Check out this month's ESPN magazine - inside you'll find a balloon characature of Barry Bonds made by John Cassidy. When asked how he felt about the use of steriods in sports John commented, "I'm very anti-steroids, as being a balloon guy, I have a natural aversion to anything that comes in a needle."


12.10.2007 - Vote for Rocco!

We have performed for The Little Rock Foundation for years - it is a wonderful organization doing amazing things for blind and visually impaired children. Recently, Rocco Fiorentino, the inspiration behind The Little Rock Foundation which was formed by his parents, became a semi-finalist in the Volvo for Life Awards. The grand prize will go to the semi-finalist with the most internet votes and we are REALLY hoping it will be Rocco so we're trying to get the word out! If Rocco wins $25,000.00 will be donated to The Little Rock Foundation. So if you have a few spare moments please visit www.musicbyrocco.com and vote. You may vote as often as every 2 minutes and every day until January 7th.


11.14.2007 - A New Guinness World Record?

Well - its up to Guinness World Records now. John unofficially broke the Guinness World Record for Most Balloon Sculptures Completed in One Hour at Bucks County Community College - a whopping 747! Several TV news crews and newspaper reporters, along with Bucks college students witnessed the event. John's attempt was made in conjunction with the Great American Smoke Out to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking. The event was sponsored by Bucks County Community College and the Wellness Connection. TV News clips are now available on our TV page, and newspaper articles can be found on our press page.

10.31.2007 - Amazing Johnathan's Halloween Pay-Per-View
This year the best Halloween party in Las Vegas - Amazing Johnathan's Halloween bash will be filmed for Pay-Per-View. John will make a special appearance. Stay tuned for details on when the special will air.


10.28.2007 - Special Appearance at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, NV
John will make a special appearance in the Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, NV on October 30th.


9.3.2007 Jerry Lewis Telethon
For the second year in a row John appeared on the Jerry Lewis Telethon which was broadcast live from the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. To learn more about the Muscular Dystrophy Association or to donate to this very worthy cause, visit their website at www.mda.org.

8.15.2007 John's in the 2008 Guinness Book of World Records!
Next time you're in your local bookstore or Walmart check out John's listing on page 13 of the 2008 Guinness Book of World Records!

4.8.2006 - Academy of Magical Arts Awards
John performed at the Academy of Magical Arts Awards last night at the Beverly Hills Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA. Backstage John was thrilled to meet one of his idols, Steve Martin, who presented an award to Carl Ballantine and to work with the evening's Master of Ceremonies, Jason Alexander.


12.28.2006 - Upcoming Performances at the Magic Castle and AMA Awards Announced

Photo from the Magic CastleThis year John will be performing at the Academy of Magical Arts Awards in Los Angeles, CA on April 7, 2007. He will also be appearing in the Palace of Mystery at the Magic Castle from April 9th through 15th. For more information please visit www.magiccastle.com or contact our office.


12.01.2006 - John on Broadway?!

Well - "Off-Broadway" at least! Believe it or not - from time to time John has been appearing in Monday Night Magic at the SoHo Playhouse in New York. Monday Night Magic is the longest running off-Broadway magic show and is a winner of a " Best Of Manhattan " Award from The New York Press and TIME OUT MAGAZINE honored MNM with the distinction, "NY's Best Magical Venue". John will be appearing again at Monday Night Magic on March 5, 2007. While John's show is, Monday Night Magic Is Not Recommended For Children Under 12. For more
information, visit www.mondaynightmagic.com.


09.4.2006 - John Cassidy Guinness World Record Trading Cards!

Designed to appeal to children aged 6-12, inside a branded Guinness World Records Meal Bag kids receive one of five Guinness World Records toys including slotted trading card kit with 21 branded cards (including the John Cassidy card). The national Wendy’s Kids’ Meal Promotion running from September 4th-October 8th 2006 is an exclusive 5-week promotion in over 6,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico! Check it out at your local Wendy's! Click here to see what it looks like.


09.01.2006 - Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon

On Labor Day John will appear on the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon at approximately 10AM EST. To check local listings, learn more about the Muscular Dystrophy Association or to donate to this very worthy cause, visit their website at www.mda.org.


MySpace.com07.30.2006 - John Cassidy on MySpace.com

John now has his very own MySpace page - www.myspace.com/johncassidyshow drop by for a visit, check out his blog and leave him a message!


05.10.2006 - New World Records set on 4Kids TV!

On May 13, 2006 4Kids TV will air two of John's most recent record attempts: Most Modeling Balloons Inflated in One Hour and Fastest Single Balloon Animal. For stations and times please visit www.4Kids.tv

04.13.2006 - Performance at the White House
At the invitation of the Office of the First Lady, John returned for an encore performance this April at the White House's annual Easter Egg Roll. John performed along with some of the finest entertainers in the country for thousands who braved the rain to take part in this wonderful tradition. You can learn more about the Easter Egg Roll by visiting the White House's website, www.whitehouse.gov.


03.10.2006 - Bursting Balloons on the Las Vegas Strip!

In March, John, along with Michael Goudeau were invited to join Mac King for four special performances in his comedy magic show, currently running Tuesday through Saturday at Harrah's Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. The shows were recorded for television. Stay tuned for further details! Mac King´s unique show contains an unusual combination of quirky humor, visual gags and astounding sleight of hand. Mac King is known for his engaging personality and original magic creations, like making a live goldfish appear over an audience member´s head. His show has been rated as the best afternoon show in Las Vegas. For show information, please visit www.mackingshow.com.


10.31.2005 - HGTV's Off Beat America

In October, 2005 John was featured by HGTV's Off Beat America. Host Patrick Clark toured John's home and interviewed him about his unconventional career choice. For show information, please visit www.hgtv.com.


World's Greatest Magic Show11.15.2005 - World's Greatest Magic Show

In November 2005 John joined the cast of the World's Greatest Magic Show, currently playing at the Greek Isles Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV as a special guest. In a variety-style format, the “World’s Greatest Magic Show” will feature between eight to ten different magicians who will each perform their best trick or illusion. The regular cast includes Kevin James, Billy Ferguson, Joseph Gabriel, Kozak, and The Majestix. Illusions performed will include sleight of hand magic, exotic wild animals and the appearance of a full sized Stealth fighter jet. John will be appearing in the show again in late October 2006.


06.14.2005 - Today Show Appearance

On June 13, 2005 John appeared on the Today Show to promote Guinness World Records new children's book, So You Want to Be a Record Breaker.


08.20.2004 - Live with Regis & Kelly

John was invited to appear on Live with Regis & Kelly to help celebrate Guinness World Records' 50th Anniversary. Thank you to Regis and Kelly and the entire staff and crew for a fantastic time! For more information about the show, please click here to visit their official website. For show information, please visit the show's official website.


05.15.2004 - Was that a photo of John on Ellen?

Yes it was! John and his wife Jen are huge fans of the Ellen DeGeneres Show and watch it just about everyday. One day, in her monologue, Ellen spoke about finding something that you love and making a career out of it. So John's wife Jen sent a photo to Ellen's "What are you doing while you're watching" segment of John doing what he loves while he watches her do what she loves and thanked her for the laughter in the afternoon. Ellen featured the photo in the segment during the show. Congratulations to the Ellen DeGeneres show on their Emmy for best talk show!


03.04.2004 - Amazing Johnathan Show

In December of 2002, after seeing John's performance at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, the Amazing Johnathan invited John bring his balloon magic to Las Vegas to be the opening act for his show. To date John has opened for the show several times - each time has been a great experience. The Amazing Johnathan show has moved to the Sahara Hotel and Casino has been rated as one of the top ten shows in Las Vegas. Thank you again to Amazing Johnathan, Psychic Tanya and the cast and crew for including us again! For more information about the show visit www.amazingj.com.