Bobby Jule was born Joseph Pegnato in 1924 in New Castle, Pennsylvania (USA). He was one of the breakout juggling stars from the USA in the 1940s and enjoyed a forty year performing career. Bobby Jule was a versatile and successful juggler who traveled around the world entertaining audiences. He was a charter member of the IJA. Bobby was also the first juggler to juggle five clubs on television. He was the 2015 recipient of the IJA’s Historical Achievement and still attends juggling festivals at the age of 91.

These are Bobby Jule’s performance clubs. They are Harry Lind Bobby May models. Donated by Bobby Jule.

These are Bobby Jule’s photo shoot clubs. They are Harry Lind Bobby May models. Donated by Bobby Jule.

These are Bobby Jule’s practice clubs. They are Harry Lind Bobby May models. Donated by Bobby Jule.

This is a Bobby Jule performance ring made by Harry Lind. Donated by Bobby Jule.

This is a Bobby Jule performance leg hoop made by Harry Lind. Donated by Bobby Jule.

This is Bobby Jule’s mouth stick, made by Harry Lind. Acquired as part of the Paul Bachman Collection.

This is a Bobby Jule performance club, made by Harry Lind. Acquired as part of the Paul Bachman Collection.