A man once snuck into the World Trade Center at night. You won't believe what he did next!

A man once snuck into the World Trade Center at night. You won't believe what he did next!

Philippe Petit is a French high-wire artist who gained fame for his high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, New York, on 7 August 1974.

For his act, he used a 450-pound cable and a custom-made 26-foot long, 55-pound balancing pole.

He was first inspired to attempt what he called his "coup" on the Twin Towers while he sat in his dentist's office in Paris in 1968.

In a magazine, he came upon an article about the yet-to-be constructed buildings, along with an illustration of the model. At this time, Petit began collecting articles on the Towers whenever he was able to.

The extensive news coverage and public appreciation of Petit's high-wire walk resulted in all formal charges relating to his walk being dropped in exchange for what was supposed to be a free show of juggling for a few children in Central Park.

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