How Old Debbie Mcgee

So, you're curious about Old Debbie McGee, huh? Let's grab a coffee and spill the tea, shall we?

Who's Old Debbie, you ask?

Well, first things first, she's no ordinary Debbie. She's Debbie McGee, the British TV personality, stage magician's assistant, and all-around legend. And yes, we call her 'Old' Debbie because, well, she's been around the block a few times. But don't you dare call her old to her face – she's 63 and fabulous, thank you very much!

Now, where do we begin?

Born Deborah Ann McGee in 1958, our Debbie grew up in Ilford, Essex. She was a ballet dancer, you know, before she found her true calling. Can you imagine little Debbie pirouetting around? I can, and it's adorable.

But let's rewind a bit. Debbie's claim to fame, or should I say, infamy, comes from her time as the assistant to the legendary magician Paul Daniels. They were a duo, a dynamic duo, if you will. Paul was the magic, and Debbie was the... well, she was the 'ta-da!'

Debbie, the magician's assistant

Now, I know what you're thinking. 'How did Debbie go from ballet to magic?' Well, my friend, it's all about timing. Debbie met Paul in 1979, and the rest, as they say, is history. She was his assistant, his partner, and let's be real, she was the one making the magic happen behind the scenes. But shh, don't tell Paul I said that.

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They had a show, 'The Paul Daniels Magic Show', and it was a big deal. Debbie was there, week after week, making things disappear, reappear, and generally being amazing. And let's not forget, she was doing all this while looking fabulous. I mean, have you seen her wardrobe? It's a masterclass in '70s and '80s fashion.

But Debbie's magic didn't stop at the small screen

Oh no, she took it to the stage. She and Paul had a stage show, 'Debbie McGee's Magical Nights', and it was everything you'd expect – glitz, glamour, and lots of magic. And let's not forget, Debbie was a trouper. She did all this while raising their son, the lovely Mark. Now that's what I call multitasking.

Life after Paul

Sadly, Paul passed away in 2010. It was a tough time for Debbie, but she's a fighter. She's been back on our screens, competing in 'Strictly Come Dancing' in 2017, and even winning 'Celebrity Mastermind' in 2018. And let me tell you, she was fantastic. I mean, who else could answer questions about the history of ballet and the life of Paul Daniels?

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These days, Debbie's still keeping busy. She's a regular on 'Loose Women', she's got her own podcast, 'Debbie McGee's Life of Magic', and she's even written a book, 'Debbie McGee: My Magic Life'. She's a busy bee, and we love her for it.

So, what's the moral of the story?

Well, my friend, it's simple. Don't underestimate Debbie McGee. She's a woman of many talents, a true survivor, and a British treasure. She's been around the block, and she's still going strong. So, the next time you see her on your telly, give her a little cheer. She's earned it.

And there you have it, the lowdown on Old Debbie McGee. Now, who's ready for a refill?