Schlitze
(1901-1971)
American sideshow performer
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Schlitzie (alternatively spelled Schlitze or Shlitze; September 10, 1901 – September 24, 1971), 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. His lifelong career on the outdoor entertainment circuit as a major sideshow attraction with Barnum & Bailey, among others, made him a popular cultural icon.
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Simon Metz 10 September 1901 The Bronx, New York City, New York
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24 September 1971 (aged 70) Los Angeles, California, USA
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| Zodiac | Virgo |
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