Joseph Grimaldi
/ˌdʒəʊzəf ɡrɪˈmɔːldi/, /ˌdʒəʊsəf ɡrɪˈmɔːldi/
/ˌdʒəʊzəf ɡrɪˈmɔːldi/, /ˌdʒəʊsəf ɡrɪˈmɔːldi/
- (1779-1837) an English comedy actor who is regarded as the first British clown. He invented the style that is now typical of clowns in many countries, wearing strange, brightly-coloured clothes and white make-up on his face. Many clowns are still called 'Joey' after him.
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