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Francis Brunn

1922 – 2004

German-American entertainer

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Lived 1922 – 2004 (aged 81). Francis Brunn was a German circus performer, juggler and dancer.

Francis Brunn (15 November 1922 in Aschaffenburg, Germany – 28 May 2004 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany) was a German juggler.

Brunn took up juggling in 1939, joining a traveling show that played all over Europe. He moved to America to join the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. He twice performed for President Dwight D. Eisenhower and gave a Command Performance for Queen Elizabeth in 1964. He performed in Judy Garland's show at the Palace Theatre in New York in 1967.

Though he is believed to have been the first performer to juggle 10 rings, he was best known for his seemingly simple, though very difficult routines, often involving a single ball, that required great control.

Brunn helped Philippe Petit financially for the 1974 walk on a tightrope between the Twin Towers of the New York City's World Trade Center.

Brunn retired in 1994.

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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Francis Brunn?

German-American entertainer

When was Francis Brunn born?

Francis Brunn was born on 15 November 1922 in Aschaffenburg.

When did Francis Brunn die?

Francis Brunn died on 28 May 2004 in Frankfurt.

What was Francis Brunn's occupation?

Francis Brunn was a circus performer, juggler and dancer.

What nationality was Francis Brunn?

Francis Brunn was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Francis Brunn

· Wikidata: Q882805

· DBpedia: Francis Brunn

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