Emmett Kelly frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the famous tramp clown, Emmett Kelly Sr., who performed with the Ringling Brothers, the Brooklyn Dodgers, on Broadway, in the movies, […]
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International Clown Hall of Fame inductees
The International Clown Hall of Fame inductees are individuals who have made a significant contribution to the art of clowning. There are three categories that […]
George Carl
George Carl, pantomimist, slapstick, silent clown George Carl (May 7, 1916 – January 1, 2000) was a gifted pantomime slapstick artist and vaudevillian style clown. […]
Grandma's Boy
Grandma’s Boy (1922) starring Harold Lloyd, Mildred Davis Grandma’s Boy is the story of a quiet, shy, and yes, cowardly young man played by Harold […]
Midwest Clown Association convention 2014
Photos from the 2014 Midwest Clown Association Roundup in the Quad Cities
Welcome to Famous Clowns
Welcome to FamousClowns.org, a website dedicated to the history and performance of clowning. Famous Clowns is run by Tom Raymond, who performs as a professional […]
Poodles Hanneford and Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin met with a variety of celebrities over the years — in this instance, he’s meeting with Poodles Hanneford, famous circus clown and equestrian, […]
Elderly Charlie Chaplin visiting the Circus Knie
Elderly Charlie Chaplin visiting the Circus Knie
Bob "Hambone" Hamilton (1929-1998)
Bob Hamilton entered the clowning work in 1974 after becoming a Shriner. He maintained a strong association with the Shriners, but also became an influential […]
Billy Gilbert – famous movie clown
Biography of Billy Gilbert (September 12, 1894 – September 23, 1971) Billy Gilbert was an American comedian and actor known for his comic sneeze routines. […]