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    David Blaine wraps up high-voltage stunt in NYC

    Associated Press – Mon, Oct 8, 2012 9:57 PM EDT

    NEW YORK (AP) — Daredevil David Blaine has finished what could be called his most electrifying stunt.

    The magician emerged shortly before 9 p.m. Monday after spending three days and three nights standing in the middle of 1 million volts of electric currents at New York's Pier 54.

    A spokesman says Blaine was able to walk with assistance, speak and kiss fiancée Alizee Guinochet (ah-LEE'-zay gwee-noh-SHAY') before being taken to a hospital to be examined.

    The 39-year-old Blaine wore a chainmail bodysuit as a barrier between himself and the currents, emitted by Tesla coils.

    The stunt was called "Electrified: One Million Volts Always On." It was streamed on YouTube, with help from Intel Corp.

    Blaine's past stunts include hanging upside down over Central Park and being encased in a block of ice.

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