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Emmett Kelly, Jr. at the New York World's Fair - 1964.
Emmett Kelly, Jr.
Hobo clown dies at 83
Emmett Kelly Jr., son of one of the nation's most famous hobo clowns who followed his father into a career under the big top, died Wednesday. He was 83.
Kelly died of complications from pneumonia at Sierra Vista Regional Health Center near his home in Tombstone, Ariz., according to his daughter, CherryAnn Kelly-Knapp.
His father -- before being a clown -- and mother, Eva Mae, performed as trapeze artists, according to Kelly's official Web site.
In 1960, with the makeup and blessing of his father, Kelly made his clown debut at the Circus Festival in Peru, Ind.,
Kelly's miming and clowning skills grew in popularity. Four years later, Eastman Kodak signed him to appear at the New York World's Fair.
Besides touring with the circus, Kelly went on to entertain at more than 2,800 hospitals and he was featured in print ads and TV commercials. His Web site said there are still products today depicting his likeness available, such as figurines and lithographs.
Emmett Kelly, Jr.
November 13, 1923 - November 29, 2006
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