What is Lou Jacobs's full name?
Johann Ludwig Jacob
Lou Jacobs nickname(s):
Jacob Ludwig
Lou Jacobs date of birth:
January 1, 1903
How old was Lou Jacobs when died?
89
Where was Lou Jacobs born?
Bremerhaven, Germany
When did Lou Jacobs die?
September 13, 1992
Where did Lou Jacobs die?
Sarasota, Florida, USA
Lou Jacobs body shape:
Average
What is Lou Jacobs's ethnicity?
White
What is Lou Jacobs nationality?
German
What is Lou Jacobs's occupation?
Actor, Clown
Lou Jacobs claim to fame:
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Short Biography
Johann Ludwig Jacob (better known by his stage name, Lou Jacobs) (January 1, 1903 – September 13, 1992) was an auguste clown who performed for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for more than 60 years. He was inducted into the International Clown Hall of Fame in 1989. He is credited with popularizing the clown car, which has been a staple of circus clown acts ever since. He is also often cited as the originator of the red rubber ball nose, which is used by many clowns today. He was the first living person to have his portrait appear on an American postage stamp.