In Pictures: Clowning Around In Honour Of Great Entertainer

People in fancy dress came from all over to celebrate the life of Joseph Grimaldi, the man credited with creating the modern-day clown.

Clowns attend the Clowns International annual Joseph Grimaldi memorial service at All Saints Church in Hackney, London.

Here are some of the most entertaining pictures:

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