A predecessor to krumping, clowning was invented in 1992 by Tommy the Clown (Thomas Johnson).
Clowning is less aggressive than its successor but shares many movement patterns with it.
genre: Hip Hop
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originator: Tommy the Clown (Thomas Johnson)
region of origin: Los Angeles
made popular by: Tommy The Clown, David La Chappell, The movie Rize, Larry The Clown, Miss Prissy, Rocco The Clown, Lil Tommy The Clown, Lil Mamma, Tight Eyez
similar dances: Krumping
influence for: Krumping
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