From revolutionizing the boundaries of medicine to unmasking Houdini’s death, Larrian Gillespie challenges the status quo to reveal the truth. Join her Inner Circle now and never miss a new book by Larrian!
about Author and Surgeon Larrian Gillespie
Surgeon
First woman in Urology at UCLA, Cover Feature Parade Magazine
Author
Ten books covering health, food and crime
Actress
Twilight Zone, Bonanza to CNN, Good Morning America
Larrian Gillespie is a former physician turned investigative writer whose work bridges the precision of science with the intrigue of true‑life mystery. After years in medicine and research, she shifted her focus to uncovering the hidden stories behind history’s most enigmatic figures. Her background in anatomy, diagnostics, pharmacology and forensic reasoning gives her a unique lens through which to examine the myths that surround Harry Houdini’s final days.
Known for her cinematic narrative style and meticulous attention to detail, Gillespie brings a surgeon’s eye and a storyteller’s instinct to every page. In Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice, she combines historical research, medical analysis, and detective‑style investigation to re‑examine one of the twentieth century’s most enduring mysteries.
When she isn’t writing, Gillespie divides her time between Los Angeles and the Pacific Northwest, where she continues to explore the intersection of science, history, and the human fascination with the unknown.
With a commanding but approachable on-camera presence, Larrian brings a blend of clinical authority and clear communication to the screen, making complex medical and research topics easy for anyone to grasp. She ensures technical details remain understandable and engaging without sacrificing professional credibility.
“ Larrian is a great speaker. She can translate ‘doctor talk’ into language anyone can understand. I’ve learned a lot from her.”
Cher, Academy Award Winning Actress
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Larrian is a historical medical forensic anthropologist who brings the past to life with the warmth and wit of a natural storyteller. Drawing from her deep expertise and her fascinating work on Houdini, she has a unique gift for making complex forensic details and medical mysteries feel like a captivating conversation among friends.
She effortlessly bridges the gap between high-level science and everyday curiosity, ensuring that your audience—from convention stages to local book clubs—walks away feeling both informed and inspired. Larrian is currently available for interviews, panels, book clubs and speaking engagements, offering a trusted, authoritative voice that makes history’s greatest medical secrets accessible to everyone.
