THE MAGIC OF NUMB3RS

The Hit CBS series "NUMB3RS" looks to have a magician to play a role in its' fifth season. Penn Jillete will play himself in an episode to air on November 7th. According to Pittsburgh Live, "Jillette's episode, airing Nov. 7, has him in a cameo role as himself, helping in the case of a vanished magician. Apparently, magic wasn't the only lure for Jillette. 'Penn is actually one of the die-hardest fans of the show I've ever met. He's seen every single episode. He's a very opinionated person, so it's good to be on his good side. 'He feels really strongly towards the show and was really into the idea of doing it. He's having a lot of fun.' "