Doing absolutely the right thing to maintain its reputation for good, wholesome seaside entertainment, Blackpool is erecting a statute to honour a top holiday star from Italy who made the coastal resort his home.
Having appeared at the Tower circus for forty consecutive seasons between 1939 and 1979, Charlie Cairoli is widely recognised as one of the greatest circus clowns who ever lived, and Blackpool will be proudly erecting a statue in his honour in the not too distant future.
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Elaine Smith, chairman of the Friends of Stanley Park, said: “We’ve been working on this statue for the last six years and we are thrilled to see the finished version. It’s definitely been worth all the hard work.
“When I first went to see it I was tickled pink. The statue looks fabulous and is a great likeness to Charlie himself. When he’s placed there Charlie will look great in the Rose Garden, it’s a wonderful tribute to him.”
A planning application for the statue has been submitted by Blackpool Council, with a view to work commencing almost as soon as the consent is received.
Coun Graham Cain, cabinet member for tourism and culture on Blackpool Council, said: “I’m delighted that we’re so close to properly commemorating one of Blackpool’s true legends with a permanent statue that will live on for years to come. A lot of background work has gone on to make this happen so that the stories of Charlie Cairoli can live on in Stanley Park.
“When it is installed, the statue will be a fantastic asset to the town and a fitting tribute to one of Blackpool’s most famous entertainers. It will also be a fantastic addition to the rose gardens.”
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