Benjamin Scott Hanlin (born 26 March 1986) is an English magician and presenter, known for presenting the

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series '' Tricked'' from 2013 to 2016. In 2020, Hanlin competed in the twelfth series of ''

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'', where he finished in fourth place.

Education

Hanlin was educated at

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, a boarding and day

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in the

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, in

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, followed by the

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Career

Hanlin presented a series called ''Breaking Magic'' for the

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, as well as being a continuity presenter for

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. From 2013 to 2016, Hanlin presented three series of '' Tricked'' on

. In January 2016, Hanlin joined Capital Birmingham hosting a Saturday afternoon show, which was later cancelled. However, he still covers Capital Breakfast on Capital Birmingham. In January 2020, Hanlin began competing in the twelfth series of ''

''. On 1 March 2020, he finished in fourth place, alongside professional partner Carlotta Edwards.

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* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Hanlin, Ben 1986 births Living people English magicians English radio presenters English television presenters Entertainers from Birmingham, West Midlands Mass media people from Birmingham, West Midlands