Paul Baird
◎ In memoriam 2× FISM Award Winner

Paul Baird

A FISM World Championship medalist, Paul Baird earned Most Polished in 1949 (Amsterdam)—widely celebrated as the Olympic gold of the competitive magic world.

Career overview

Paul Baird at a glance

Paul Baird was a magician. Paul Baird's career includes FISM World Championship honors.

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Sep 13, 2026
Honors & Recognition

Awards and Competition Results

Recognized with honours at the triennial FISM World Championships of Magic. Official contest roll published by the Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques.

  • 1949 · Amsterdam, Netherlands · Representing England

    Most Polished

    Official award as recorded in the FISM World Championships roll.

  • 1948 · Lausanne, Switzerland · Representing United Kingdom

    2nd Place, Manipulation

    Official award as recorded in the FISM World Championships roll.

FISM World Championship Official Roll

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