Christopher Nicholas Sarantakos (born December 19, 1967, age 50, popularly known as Criss Angel) was a magician and illusionist of the United States. He is also a musician, escapist, and player of dangerous scene. He is known through a TV show hosted by him, the event is entitled Criss Angel Mindfreak. He is a Greek American. Criss Angel grew up in East Meadow, Long Island, New York.