Santiago Michel

The Universal Language of Magic

Success was in the cards for this Mexican-born illusionist-turned-hospitality student-turned Strip headliner.

Santiago Michel selected UNLV for his studies because of its proximity to Las Vegas entertainment venues. Now he's headlining his own show. (Courtesy of Jeff Cools)

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