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Coulrophobia (from Greek word kōlobathristēs, meaning "stilt-walker") is the fear of clowns. This is one of the most common phobias in the world. This fear is often due to bad childhood experiences with clowns, or even gloomy history involving clowns. Sufferers would avoid going to circus, where clowns are often seen.

Examples of Coulrophobia[]

Real Life[]

Celebrities[]

  • American actor Johnny Depp
  • American actress Sarah Paulson
  • British actor Tim Curry

Fictional Characters[]

In the movie Zombieland, main character Columbus has Coulrophobia

In the Ben 10 series, Ben Tennyson has coulrophobia

In the Teen Titans Go! series, Starfire has coulrophobia

In Cars on the Road short: Show Time, it is revealed that Lighting Mcqueen has Coulrophobia.

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