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Illusionist David Blaine is working some of his magic to help earthquake victims in Haiti.

Starting last Friday, David has been performing 24 hours a day for three consecutive days in Times Square to raise money for Red Cross earthquake relief.

“People can give me a penny or a hundred dollars, whatever they want,” said Blaine, who‘s performing sleight-of-hand tricks near the Army recruiting station at 43rd St for 24 hours a day.

Blaine’s latest stunt was inspired by the 10 days he spent performing magic in Haiti in 1999. “That trip changed my life, when I heard about the earthquake, I couldn’t understand how it could happen to these people. I feel obliged to do what I can to help.”

In 2000, Blaine stood in a block of ice at Times Square for over 63 hours for a TV special. His latest magic marathon is due to last until today at noon.

“I hope people will help me stay awake,” said David “I’m not going to eat anything, but I will drink tea and juice... and, yes, I will take bathroom breaks.”