José Marrone facts for kids
José Carlos Marrone (born October 25, 1915, in Buenos Aires, Argentina – died June 27, 1990, in Buenos Aires) was a famous Argentine actor and comedian. He was well-known for his funny performances and for playing a beloved clown character named Pepitito on TV.
Early Life
José Marrone was born in the big city of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Career Highlights
José Marrone started his career performing in theaters and on the radio. He was a master of vaudeville, which was a popular type of entertainment with different acts like comedy, music, and dance.
He became very popular for hosting several TV shows especially for children. His most famous show was "El Circo de Marrone" (Marrone's Circus). In this show, he played a funny clown character called Pepitito. Children loved his performances and his special catchphrase (a phrase he often repeated) was Cheee!.
Later Life and Passing
José Marrone passed away in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on June 27, 1990. He was 74 years old.
See Also
In Spanish: José Marrone para niños
