P. T. Barnum

Circus co-founder and showman

P. T. Barnum - Circus co-founder and showman
Born

July 5th, 1810
214 years ago

Died

April 7th, 1891
134 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American businessman and politician, this individual co-founded The Barnum & Bailey Circus, which became known as 'The Greatest Show on Earth.' Initially gaining prominence as a showman with the exhibition of curiosities, this figure embraced entertainment and spectacle as a business model. The circus encompassed a wide variety of acts, including performances by acrobats, clowns, and animal acts. Alongside the success of the circus, this person was also involved in politics, serving as the mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Through strategic marketing and sensationalism, this individual cultivated a significant legacy in the entertainment sector.

Co-founded The Barnum & Bailey Circus

Served as mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut

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