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Edinburgh Live
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Sian Traynor

Remembering Cosmo, Edinburgh's 'Gentleman Tramp' who became an icon of the city

Edinburgh has been the stomping ground for many faces and characters over the years, however not all of them have been celebrities, politicians or artists.

In fact, one of the city’s most-loved individuals was known for sleeping on the streets and bringing a little joy to all who met him.

Cosmo the “Gentleman Tramp” was an iconic part of Edinburgh’s city centre for over 20 years after he came to the city and continued to live on the streets before his death in 2001.

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