![]() Despite this, Gold was lenient with his regulars and rarely banned any. When a newspaper described Tramp as a disreputable club attended by "tarty little pieces" Gold sued and won damages. ![]() Anyone who asked a guest for an autograph was also thrown out and Gold cultivated a reputation for discretion. Gold banned all photography within the club and prevented paparazzi and gossip columnists from entering. The club had 300 founder members, all celebrities, who paid an annual fee of 10 guineas. The club was outfitted smartly with oak panelling and chandeliers. ![]() The club was named after Charlie Chaplin's tramp persona. They thought the club might survive for two or three years before its clientele moved on to another venue, and were surprised that it remained popular. The trio positioned Tramp as an alternative to the formal supper clubs which were then popular. It was owned by Gold, Bill Ofner and Oscar Lerman. Tramp was opened in December 1969 by Johnny Gold. ![]() ![]() The club built a reputation for discretion, banning photography and gossip writers from inside, and is popular with celebrities. It was founded in 1969 by Johnny Gold, Bill Ofner and Oscar Lerman. Tramp is a private, members-only nightclub located on Jermyn Street in central London, England. ![]()
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