Art · 1862–1890

Joseph Merrick — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 5 August 1862 · Died: 11 April 1890 · Age at death: 27

How old was Joseph Merrick when he died?

Joseph Merrick died aged 27. He was born on 5 August 1862 and died on 11 April 1890.

Victorian man known as the Elephant Man

Did you know?He was a skilled craftsman who constructed a detailed cardboard model of Mainz Cathedral while living at the London Hospital.

Joseph Carey Merrick (5 August 1862 – 11 April 1890), sometimes erroneously referred to as John Merrick, was an English man known for his severe physical deformities.

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Age at death: 27
Years since death: 136

Born: August 5, 1862 · Leicester, United Kingdom
Died: April 11, 1890
Nationality: British
Known for: Art

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