“Dynamo Is Dead!” The Heartbreaking True Story Of Why Dynamo Vanished For Years!

00:00 Intro
3:20 When I Was a Child, My Dad Went to Prison.
6:43 My Dad Asked Me to Engage in Illegal Activities.
13:31 I Hated School; I Was Bullied.
17:43 Magic Was My Escape and My Way of Belonging.
21:23 How Crohn's Disease Changed My Life.
26:28 Becoming a World-Famous Magician.
30:30 I Was So Ill That I Was Vomiting Blood.
35:34 I Didn’t Know What to Do with My Life.
41:09 Self-Harming.
44:53 Hitting Rock Bottom.
46:32 I Tried to End My Life.
51:52 My Loved Ones Saved Me.
54:36 Legal Disputes.
58:38 Are You Still Dynamo?
1:04:51 Therapy Sessions.
1:06:25 Coping Mechanisms.
1:12:01 My Mum’s Toxic Relationships and My Resentment Towards Her.
1:18:21 Your New TV Show and Returning to Magic.
01:27:40 Magic Tricks.

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[TheDiaryOfACEO]

Today you’re going to find out what happened to Dynamo! Can I ask you all a favour? If you enjoy this episode, could you please hit the like button 👍🏾 it helps us massively. Appreciate you all! 🙏🏽

[trishcain]

My eldest was obsessed with Dynamo and after I asked what he wanted for his 16th, he said “Dynamo to come to our house” I managed to find Dynamos agent and he agreed to come to our home. He stayed for ages and was such a beautiful young man, performing right in front of my son and his friends, amazing magic. We were allowed to video close up and we still have the tapes. That was 2006. Steven/Dynamo, you still have that exact same charisma and we all wish you every success for the future. You have a beautiful and magical aura 🙌🏽🤗

[DiscoDrew]

I remember when Dynamo first appeared on TV, and thinking he was extremely humble for someone so talented.
I wish him health and happiness for the future.

[essexlad]

He's been through so much, I can see the pain behind his eyes.

I just want to give him a hug.

[Andrew]

Dynamo, your real magic is the smile you put on a child’s face. The love you have for others and the amazing entertainment you bring to the world. You have nothing to prove. You have given yourself to the world and what you’ve given keeps on giving. Much love and Aloha from Hawaii

[jonrandall]

For all his very personal and tragic health problems he is a fantastic entertainer with a great gift. I wish him all the very best with his recovery.

[barbygoodley]

Dynamo…. I am 68 years old and I have never heard such an honest and articulate interview….. My Son loves magic, possibly for a similar reason !
I know you don’t want sympathy for your unfortunate experiences but my heart goes out to you and well done for being so open ❤

[strictlyfootball]

Listening to him talk about his childhood and upbringing was tough man. Can’t stand bullies, make me sick. What a resilient man.

[Kellycreator]

My Dad died from suicide when I was sixteen. I can assure anyone feeling suicidal it’s the worst thing you can do to your family. Please, please speak to someone straight away. To be left without a Dad is heartbreaking, soul destroying and more damaging than you realise. It’s cost me my marriage and other relationships. You are loved, wanted and needed, stop and really understand my message. ❤

[tck]

What a beautiful soul. My heart hurt when he said he was thrown into the pool as a boy by the cruelty of bullies. Thank God there was one good boy who helped him. Bullies are weak cowards.
Also, this shines a light on the importance of kids having Granparents in their lives.
I send you many many blessings Steve and renewed health. May peace, happiness and laughter fill your beautiful heart and soul. ❤

[mrcosimoalexleo]

Thanks for being yourself. I moved to London about 11 years ago. I always hoped to meet you on a street performing some magic like in one of your series. Last year, in one of the most unexpected times for me and most unexpected place, while walking out on a street outside my house, you saw me wearing a Dynamo sweater I bought during your tour years ago, and you stopped me and smiled at me. You pulled over your car, came off and showed yourself like the most humble human being I ever met. It was one of the most amazing times in my life. I could barely say something to you so I was shocked while shacking your hands. Please stay strong! You let us dream everyday! Thanks for sharing your story. ❤

[adelewood]

Dynamo isn’t just a magician who entertains he’s a magician who touches hearts too. I applaud him for giving such a relatable raw version of himself in order to help others

[AutumnHuebner]

I have so much love towards Steven. The world is not better off without you. We need you here.

[poesie]

This is your best guest ever, he’s so humble in the best, dignified way, he’s so courageous only partially aware of his talents. This is the best I’ve seen from you too, very sensitive, respectful and genuine. He has been so hurt; the world needs people like this who speak from the heart. I really like the way he sees and experiences magic in the world and in every day relationships.

[rachaelhoward]

I think this is the most impactful episode I’ve listened to. What an incredibly brave man. I’m glad he’s still with us ❤

[sssshhhhh]

My am I the only one crying my eyes out? Had no idea he faced so many tough challenges. So humble and honest

[christopherwhittaker]

I am almost lost for words. Mostly because that was one of the most powerful and moving and very touching emotional interviews. I’ve ever had the pleasure to have watched. I’ll add to that is probably the best thing I’ve ever seen on YouTube and the magic at the end… Absolutely mind blowing. What a truly beautiful human being he is. I wish him all the very best.

[Thirdfish]

This lad is not bullshitting, he speaks the whole truth and we are proud of him.
I remember him as that kid and that kid came across all kinds of adversity, he worked his way out of it, he faced every challenge all the way to the top. I knew his dad from back then, not as a friend but as a figure that was always looking for money or ways to make easy money instead of getting a job, he never came across as a bad, evil, violent person because he was well liked but he wasn't to be trusted and a front to get what he wanted, he was weak and lazy. I didn't know about the abuse to his mum N.

It was sad to know that he only wanted to reunite with his son for alternative reasons other than to be proud of him.
I used to see him hanging around the city square before he died and he was the same as he always was, a chancer and a shit father, luckily Stephen he had a great family behind him.

I'm sad that Stephen felt the need to end his life because of the things that happened later on in his career and health but he really is a strong minded man that has gone on to inspire thousands of people, he is a lovely guy.

All the very best to him, hope to see you some time.

Welcome back.

[oscar]

Great to see this interview. Dynamo was the one who inspired me to become a magician and ultimately build my YouTube channel!

[DefconUnicorn]

"I didnt feel like my life was worth sharing". Yet this might be the most important talk you have ever shared.