Schlitzie
10 Sep, 1901 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
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.
Also Known As:
Shlitzie SurteesSlitzyShlitze SurteesShlitze the PinheadSimon MetzSchlitze
