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Robert of iconic duo Gebroeders Grimm dies after life full of glitter

Robert of iconic duo Gebroeders Grimm dies after life full of glitter

Robert Anthony, one half of the iconic Amsterdam duo Gebroeders Grimm, has passed away at the age of 87. Alongside his husband Thom, the Pride ambassadors spent 25 years as flamboyant hosts at over a thousand events in the city. The couple was well-known for their elaborate hand-made outfits and their significant presence in the local LGBTQ+ community.

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