Oz Pearlman

About the author

Oz Pearlman, born in Israel in 1982 and known professionally as 'Oz the Mentalist,' has built a reputation as one of the most visible mentalists in the world. An Israeli-American performer, author, magician, and long-distance runner, he is recognized for high-profile appearances with sports franchises including the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, Green Bay Packers, and Los Angeles Lakers. His NBC travel series Oz Knows earned him a New York Emmy Award.

In 2025 he delivered a TED Talk on reading minds and was named host of the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner.