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Pipo de Clown (Cor Witschge) with his wife Mamaloe (Marijke Bakker)

Pipo de Clown (in English, Pipo the Clown) is a beloved clown character. He became very popular on Dutch television. The character was created by Wim Meuldijk. The actor who played Pipo was Cor Witschge (1925-1991). The television series started in 1958 and ran until 1980.

Who is Pipo de Clown?

Pipo de Clown is a kind and cheerful clown. He travels the world with his family. He always tries to help others. Pipo often finds himself in exciting adventures. He meets many different characters along the way.

Pipo's Family and Adventures

In the television shows, Pipo lives with his wife, Mamaloe. Her name is pronounced "Mamaloo." They also have a daughter named Petra. They all live in a special gypsy-style caravan. Their caravan is their home as they travel. Pipo and his family say they journey all over the world. They meet new friends and sometimes face challenges.

Pipo's Famous Sayings

Pipo de Clown is known for his fun phrases. These sayings often show his personality. Here are some of his most famous lines:

  • Sapperdeflap! (Pipo says this when he is surprised!)
  • Hou 's even vast, Mamaloe! (This means "Hold this a moment, Mamaloe!")
  • Dag vogels, dag bloemen, dag kinderen (This means "Hello birds, hello flowers, hello children." He says this often.)

Pipo's Legacy

Pipo de Clown is still remembered today. He is a big part of Dutch children's culture. Even after the original TV show ended, Pipo's stories continued. New films have been made about Pipo de Clown recently. This shows how much people still love him.

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