Pogo the Clown was a character created and performed by John Wayne Gacy, an American serial killer. Gacy used this clown persona to entertain children at parties and community events, often dressing in colorful costumes and face paint. The cheerful image of Pogo stood in stark contrast to Gacy's dark and criminal activities. Despite his friendly appearance, Pogo the Clown became infamous after Gacy was arrested in the 1970s for the murder of 33 young men and boys. The shocking revelation of his double life turned Pogo into a symbol of deception, illustrating how appearances can be misleading and how evil can hide behind a friendly facade.