Were clowns really made to entertain children?

Filthy_Immigrant
Were clowns really made to entertain children?

I never understood how clowns are supposed to be child friendly when it fact they look terrifying as fuck.

Were clowns really made to entertain children?

I was actually scared of clowns myself when I was a kid and I obviously was not alone as I remember my friends from elimentary school felt the same way. but then again were they actually considered friendly at one point? until John Wayne Gacy came along and ruin their image? I mean its clear that most of his victims were children and he was obviously a professional clown, therefore I persume that he was using his clown image and talents to lure his victims.

Were clowns really made to entertain children?

I can also see where the inspiration behind the movie IT came from. last time I checked I dont think that's the only horror franchise that's about a clown (s)

Were clowns really made to entertain children?
Were clowns really made to entertain children?
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