Groucho Marx was named Julius on the mistaken assumption that Uncle Julius was rich. Uncle Julius’ reaction to this flattery was to move in with the Marxes, paper suitcase and all. As I recall, the bulk of his estate was a celluloid dickey. He DID inspire his namesake to wear a paper, later painted, mustache on stage.
Templo S.U.D. about 5 years ago
I would’ve thought Benito because of former Mexican president Juárez.
Sir Ruddy Blighter about 5 years ago
Too bad… I mean, “Benitomas” was just sitting there
Linguist about 5 years ago
Usually, the rich relatives are not the most generous.
gcarlson about 5 years ago
Groucho Marx was named Julius on the mistaken assumption that Uncle Julius was rich. Uncle Julius’ reaction to this flattery was to move in with the Marxes, paper suitcase and all. As I recall, the bulk of his estate was a celluloid dickey. He DID inspire his namesake to wear a paper, later painted, mustache on stage.