Edward S. Willis

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Edward S. Willis, otherwise known as, "The Leaping Tosso" (or more properly "The Leaping Torso"), is known by this one image of an acrobatic performer photographed in his stage costume consisting of what appears to be a Navy blouse and performance trousers.

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Performer Details

Alternate Performer Name(s):
"The Leaping Tosso", "Living Half Man", "The Leaping Torso"
Date range:
1871-1899
Act Type:
Legless

Limbless

Acrobats

Tattooed People

Show type:
SIDESHOW

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