Jon Dorenbos played 14 seasons in the NFL, notably making the Pro Bowl twice as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles, as well as being the Ed Block Courage Award recipient and the Eagles Walter Payton Man of the Year. He also holds the record for the most consecutive games played in Philadelphia Eagles franchise history.
Dorenbos competed on Season 11 of America’s Got Talent where he showcased his skills as a sleight-of-hand magician, making it to the finals and placing third overall. He then put his talent on display as a guest on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, quickly becoming the host’s favorite and appearing more than any other guest in the show’s history. Dorenbos retired from the NFL after he was diagnosed with a life-threatening heart condition that required emergency open-heart surgery.
Known for his great sense of humor and positive outlook on life, Dorenbos uses his skills as a magician and his incredible life story to inspire audiences around the world. His autobiography, Life Is Magic, tells a tale of triumph over tragedy, and is currently being made into a feature film produced by Mike Tollin and scripted by John Gatins.