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Bruno Stutz

Bruno Stutz (21 August 1938 – 11 September 2015) was a Swiss clown known for his performances with the Chickys, an act established by his cousin Eugen Altenburger. [1]

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References

  1. Bruno Stutz, clown - obituary. The Telegraph , 25 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.