Richard "Red" Skelton was an American entertainer known for making people laugh as a clown who could do everything. Skelton began painting as a hobby in 1943 but kept his artwork private for many years, finding inspiration to try his hand at painting. He was a comedian who also took up painting as a creative outlet.

2. was an American entertainer.
Richard Bernard "Red" Skelton
(July 18, 1913 – September 17, 1997)
Skelton believed his life's work was to make people laugh and
wanted to be known as a clown, because he defined it as
being able to do everything
Skelton began producing artwork in 1943,
but kept his works private for many years.
He said he was inspired to try his hand at
painting.