The Face that Launched a Thousand Quips...
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Joseph Grimaldi (1778-1837)
English pantomimist and the "greatest clown in history", born in London
1778 Highlights
About December 18, 1778
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 245 years, 6 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius