Roy Horn was a 75 years old illusionist and one-half of the popular Las Vegas animal and magic act Siegfried and Roy. Unfortunately, Roy died on 8th May 2020 of complications from the coronavirus, according to his publicist.
Horn’s friend Siegfried called Horn a fighter in his statement that read,
Roy was a fighter his whole life including during these final days, I give my heartfelt appreciation to the team of doctors, nurses, and staff at Mountain View Hospital who worked heroically against this insidious virus that ultimately took Roy’s life.
Quick Facts and Information on Roy Horn
| Full Name | Roy Uwe Ludwig Horn |
| Birthday / Date of Birth | 3rd October 1944 |
| Death Date | 8th May 2020 |
| Age | 75 |
| Cause of Death | Complications from Covid-19 |
| Died at | Mountain View Hospital in Las Vegas |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
| Born Country | Germany |
| Hometown | Nordenham |
| Nationality | German-American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Parents | Mother: Johanna |
| Siblings | One (Werner Horn) |
| Profession | Illusionist |
| High School / College / University | N/A |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Wife/ Spouse / Partner | None |
| Children (Son, Daughter) | None |
| Social Media | None |
| Net Worth | $13 Million |
Roy Horn Wiki: Age / Parents / Early Life
Roy Uwe Ludwig Horn was born to his parents on Oct. 3, 1944, in Nordenham, Germany, near Bremen. Mr. Horn grew up alongside his siblings, brother, Werner Horn, and sister in the turmoil of wartime and postwar Germany.
Roy’s mother Johanna lived with Roy until she passed away in 2000. Meanwhile, the details of his father aren’t known.
Was Roy Horn Gay?
Although Roy never came forth addressing his sexuality openly, the relationship that he shared with his work partner, Siegfried, tells it all.
Roy and Siegfried shared 44 years of professional career together, where they even shared a same house, kept separate quarters. Many sources have even reported on their romantic union. For instance, MGM Mirage spokesman Alan Feldman, on the night of the tiger attack stated,
“It’s well-known that they were lovers at one time,”
