A Life of Magic
A Life of Magic
Bill Hunter’s Story
By Emma Lovell
102 Years of Service, Showmanship & Unforgettable Storytelling
Do you like magic?
Pick a card, any card.
Maybe you’re not much for tricks.
But maybe you’ve never met a magician like Bill Hunter.
At 102 years old, this World War II Navy veteran and magician has lived a truly magical life: travelling to 19 countries, visiting 42 U.S. states, and performing everywhere from the hospital ward in Sydney where he picked up his first deck of cards, to bringing magic to banquets with astronauts, golf courses, stage shows and even for airline pilots in first class at 100 years old.
Known to many as The Indy 500 Magician after performing in the suites at the Indianapolis 500 for 50 years, Bill has spent eight decades bringing wonder and laughter to audiences around the world.
Told through Bill’s own words and stories, lovingly compiled by his cousin Emma Lovell, A Life of Magic is a celebration of the extraordinary power of human connection.
Because real magic isn’t about the tricks.
It’s about the person who brings them to life, and the joy they spark in everyone they meet.
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PUBLISH DATE Estimated 22 February 2026
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The incredible true story of a 102-year-old magician and WWII Navy veteran, told by the people who love him — and by Bill himself.
What begins in a hospital bed during WWII in Sydney becomes a life of wonder, whimsy, and worldwide performance. At 102 years old, magician and Navy veteran Bill Hunter has lived a life brimming with service, showmanship, and unforgettable storytelling.
From performing magic aboard a Globemaster C-124 military aircraft at 30,000 feet to dazzling audiences across 42 U.S. states and 19 countries, Bill’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and remarkable charm.
But behind the curtain lies a deeper journey—of finding purpose through performance, of building a legacy that spans continents, and of bringing joy to thousands, one trick at a time.
Lovingly compiled by his cousin and co-author Emma Lovell, A Life of Magic draws from hundreds of hours of voice interviews, rare photos, and heartfelt reflections from those touched by Bill’s work.
This is more than a memoir—it’s a legacy project in real time, a tribute to a man who is still dazzling audiences with stories, spark, and a little sleight of hand.
A century of stories. A lifetime of magic.
A mAN YOU’LL NEVER forget.
Thank you to our Kickstarter, crowd funding, backers who got behind the book early on.
This was made possible thanks to you!
About the Author
Emma Lovell
Emma Lovell is an Australian author, retreat host, and speaker who helps people live a life they love, blending business, travel, and self-care. She is the author of The Art of Bleisure and host of The Emma Lovell Show. But above all, she is Bill’s cousin, and the proud curator of his remarkable story.
Bringing her signature warmth, storytelling flair, and deep love for her family, Emma has penned this memoir to celebrate Bill’s 102 years (and counting!) of life, magic, and meaning.