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1890 – 1977Groucho Marx (1890-1977)Died 19 August 1977, aged 86Groucho Marx was an American comedian and film star, the wisecracking leader of the Marx Brothers. His stage persona of round glasses, greasepaint moustache, and rapid-fire wit remained instantly recognizable decades after his film career ended.