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Universum History

Petrus Gonsalvus, a 16th-century individual, was afflicted with a rare condition called hypertrichosis, also known as Ambras Syndrome, which led to an extraordinary physical appearance, captivating the public and inspiring the myth of Beauty and the Beast's hairy protagonist.

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Studio(s): Smithsonian Channel, ORF

Originally Released: United States, Jun 14, 2013

Production Country: Germany

Genres:Documentary, History