Schlitzie
American sideshow performer (1901-1971) · United States · On the map · Actors · Died at 70
Schlitzie, possibly born Simon Metz and legally Schlitze Surtees, was an American sideshow performer. He also appeared in a few films, and is best known for his role in the 1932 movie Freaks.
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About this person
His lifelong career on the outdoor entertainment circuit as a major sideshow attraction with Barnum & Bailey, among others, made him a popular cultural icon.
Country
United States
Category
Actors
Type
Actor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 1971 · aged 70
