Franco, Dick, 1952-

Richard Francis or Dick Franco, his stage name, by which he is more commonly known, has been juggling for over 50 years, having learned the art while he was still in high school. Taught by prominent juggling legends in Vaudeville and Las Vegas, Franco would go on to perform all over the world. He began as an opening act with the Harlem Globetrotters in the US, but would go on to perform throughout Europe and was featured in variety and production shows in Blackpool, London, Monte Carlo, Berlin, and many other cities. Franco also won specialty awards in Monte Carlo and Paris for his juggling prowess. In the US, Franco performed extensively in Las Vegas at Hallelujah Hollywood, Lido de Paris, Folies Bergere and Jubilee. His two special skills included juggling five balls at once in his mouth, and another one where he juggled three chainsaws. Franco also performed in Branson, MO, and would also go on to work as an entertainment agent and producer in Las Vegas. His wife and daughter traveled all over the world with him and both would perform in his acts as well.