Illusionist plans to go 44 days without food

ILLUSIONIST David Blaine yesterday embarked on his toughest challenge yet – spending 44 days suspended in a clear plastic box without food.

The American magician is planning to live in a 7ft x 7ft x 3ft box without any distractions or food while dangling over the river Thames in London.

Blaine’s only nourishment throughout the six-week challenge will be water.