1901 - 1971
Schlitze American Performance Artist
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American Performance Artist Schlitze was born Simon Metz on 10th September, 1901 in The Bronx, New York City, New York and passed away on 24th Sep 1971 Los Angeles, California, USA aged 70. He is most remembered for Freaks (1932); Famous `Pinhead`. His zodiac sign is Virgo.
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First Name |
Schlitze
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Full Name at Birth |
Simon Metz
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Alternative Name |
The Pinhead, Schlitzie, Schlitze Surtees
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Birthday |
10th September, 1901
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Birthplace |
The Bronx, New York City, New York
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Died |
24th September, 1971
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Place of Death |
Los Angeles, California, USA
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Cause of Death |
Pneumonia
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Height |
4' 2" (127 cm)
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Build |
OTHER
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Eye Color |
Brown - Dark
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Hair Color |
Bald
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Distinctive Feature |
Pointed head
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Zodiac Sign |
Virgo
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Ethnicity |
White
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Nationality |
American
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Occupation Text |
Actor
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Occupation |
Performance Artist
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Claim to Fame |
Freaks (1932); Famous `Pinhead`
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Official Websites |
www.thehumanmarvels.com/schlitzie-the-pinhead/
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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.