Escaped from chains and water. Then Houdini accepted a student's challenge and was dead on Halloween

Harry Houdini, the famous illusionist, died on Halloween 1926 after suffering from a ruptured appendix, raising suspicions about the cause of his death. Nine days earlier, he had been struck in the stomach by a student, leading to speculation about a connection between the blows and his fatal condition. Houdini, born Erik Weisz, became renowned for his escape acts and had a tumultuous career filled with challenges. Despite medical advice, he performed his last show while ill, ultimately succumbing to his illness. His death sparked rumors of revenge and murder, particularly among spiritualists, but no evidence supported these claims. Houdini's wife, Bess, attempted to contact him after his death, but her efforts were unsuccessful, leading her to conclude that he could not return.