The phrase "real clown" refers to someone who is acting silly or foolish, often to make people laugh or entertain them.
Sentences with «real clown»
Originating in China, where they were appreciated by many royal families, pugs are real clowns at heart that enjoy the company of children. (notinthedoghouse.com)
On Twitter, some commentators dismissed the acerbic Steinbrueck as the «real clown». (cnbc.com)