Red Skelton

TV Actor

Birthday July 18, 1913

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Vincennes, IN

DEATH DATE Sep 17, 1997 (84)

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About

Actor known as a TV clown who portrayed Clem Kadiddlehopper in The Raleigh Cigarette Program. He's also notable for hosting his self-titled show called The Red Skelton Show. He was a long-time national radio and television star for 34 years.

Before Fame

After the death of his father, he first started work at the age of seven as a newspaper salesman. His first audition was at age 10 for a role in a medicine show.

Trivia

He was perhaps most popular for his artworks of clowns, which was said to have earned him more money than his acting work.

Family Life

He married twice before marrying Lothian Toland in 1973. He had two children.

Associated With

He had Mickey Rooney guest star on his television show.

Video

Red Skelton Highlights
Red Skelton Highlights