Val had to be asked twice to be the Masked Magician. According to him,
when FOX/ Nash Entertainment originally asked, he was more careful
about the preservation of his career and said no.
Advising on a "Masked Magician" graphic novel (put out by
Virgin Comics) and participating in the development of a movie based on
the novel. (May 2007)
Returning for a thirteen episode (minimum) run of "Magic's Biggest Secrets Revealed" on MyNetwork TV. (October 2008) (September 2008)
Preparing for his return to American television in
2007. (October 2006)