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Why We Became Clown Sideshow Strippers

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They incorporate sideshow acts like sword swallowing with striptease. Now, the performers reveal why their customers are paying big bucks for this novelty act.

Sandra Song

Freelance Writer

Published Sep. 1 2023 8:46PM EDT

Illustration of a woman's legs with one foot wearing a "stripper" heel and the other wearing a clown shoe — Illustration of Elizabeth Brockway/The Daily Beast

Sandra Song

Sandra Song

Freelance Writer

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