Tiny Tim

His crazy diet also caused colossal damage to his teeth and overall health: Fearing how he looked while chewing, Tiny Tim never ate in public. At various points in his life, he went on crazy diets. He would subsist for weeks on nothing but raw potatoes, liquid honey, raw vegetables, or pumpkin seeds. The huge amounts of sugar and acids in such a diet, without proper care, literally eroded his enamel. Furthermore, in his later years, despite his diabetes, he developed a passion for beer, which ultimately destroyed his body.

Tiny Tim's personality: An eccentric with a child's soul. Politeness to the point of absurdity: He was an incredibly, phenomenally polite person. He addressed absolutely everyone (even those who laughed at him) with utmost respect: "Mr. [Last Name]" or "Ms. [First Name]". He never spoke ill of anyone. Deeply religious: The musician was a sincere and deeply religious Christian. He prayed before every appearance on stage and considered his voice a divine gift. Strange habits: Due to psychological peculiarities, he was terrified of germs, obsessed with cleanliness, and could wash his hands many times a day. He also made a point of not carrying his ukulele in a case—it was always kept in a regular brown paper bag from the supermarket. Vulnerability: Society often perceived him as a freak and a buffoon. It hurt him, but he never showed aggression, responding to ridicule only with a gentle smile and even greater kindness. Show business and the stage: The stage was his main drug and the meaning of life. He adored the attention of the audience and applause. Old music: Tiny Tim was a veritable walking archive and music historian. He collected phonograph records and knew thousands of forgotten American songs from the 1900s to the 1930s by heart. Simple food: Despite earning millions at the height of his fame, he was unpretentious. He could live for weeks on raw vegetables and honey, or even follow strict diets.

Shape and Features: He has a long, oval face with a large, prominent nose and a clearly defined jaw. Skin Color: The skin appears unnaturally pale, almost white. This is the result of the use of heavy theatrical makeup or powder. Eyes and Eyebrows: Large, dark, deep-set eyes with an expressive, slightly confused or melancholic look. The eyebrows are very thick, wide and black, contrasting with the pale face. Mouth and Teeth: The mouth is slightly open, revealing the upper teeth. His smile or facial expression often appeared shy, childish or slightly eccentric. Length and Texture: Very thick, voluminous and long hair, falling below the shoulders. Color and Texture: Dark chestnut or black. The hair is strongly curled, forming small curls and waves, creating a large, slightly tousled volume on the head. Parting: The hair is parted in a distinct side parting on the left side.

"Tiptoe Through the Tulips" (1968) is a signature song that became the main soundtrack for the horror film "Insidious." "Livin' in the Sunlight, Lovin' in the Moonlight" is a cheerful track from the very first episode of "SpongeBob SquarePants." "I Got You Babe" is a unique cover where he sang a duet with himself, switching between a female falsetto and a male baritone. "Marvelous Mervo" is an eerie song recorded especially for the film "Blood Harvest."

Real name: Herbert Buckingham Khaury. Stage name: Tiny Tim - taken in honor of the character from Charles Dickens's book "A Christmas Carol". Years of life: April 12, 1932 - November 30, 1996 (lived 64 years). Main instrument: A tiny ukulele (often carried it in an ordinary paper bag). Signature style: Long curly hair, crazy jackets, shocking falsetto and furious vibrato.

Diabetes and Diet: The musician has suffered from diabetes for many years. He often failed to follow doctor's orders, took his medications regularly, and had very specific eating habits (for example, at times, he went on extreme liquid diets). Cardiovascular System: In addition to diabetes, he was diagnosed with severe heart enlargement (cardiomegaly) and a dangerous heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia).