Emmett Leo Kelly (December 9, 1898 – March 28, 1979) was an American circus performer who created the clown character "Weary Willie", based on the hobos of the Great Depression in the …

Emmett Kelly (born December 9, 1898, Sedan, Kansas, U.S.—died March 28, 1979, Sarasota, Florida) was one of the great American circus clowns, best known for his role as Weary Willie, …

Nov 16, 2011 · Emmett Kelly Sr., the most well-known of the tramp clowns of the circus. His character, Weary Willy, was the perpetual underdog, who never gave up – and, because of it, …

May 2, 2017 · Emmett Leo Kelly was a circus performer and one of the greatest American circus clowns of the 20th century. He created the character “Weary Willie,” the sad hobo clown, …

Emmett Kelly remains the most famous clown in the world. By mirroring the pain and struggles of his audience, he endeared himself to the American public and transformed circus performing.

Emmett Leo Kelly (December 9, 1898 – March 28, 1979) was an American circus performer, who created the clown figure “Weary Willie,” based on the hobos of the Great Depression in the …

Did You Know, that Emmett Kelly served as the mascot for the "Brooklyn Dodgers" during the 1956 season? Emmett Kelly, was undoubtedly America's most famous and recognizable clown.

Aug 8, 2023 · Emmett Leo Kelly was born on Dec. 9, 1898, in Sedan, Kan. Growing up in Missouri, his affinity for performing and making people laugh was evident from a young age. …

Emmett Leo Kelly was an American circus performer, who created the clown character "Weary Willie", based on the hobos of the Great Depression in the 1930s. 2. Emmett Leo Kelly was …

Emmett Kelly Born in Sedan First worked as a trapeze artist Developed character of Weary Willie, a sad, white-faced clown Was a major attraction for the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and …