Paul Reubens died at the age of 70: The actor, known for his role as “Pee Wee Herman”, died after a secret battle with cancer
Paul Reubens died at the age of 70: The actor, known for his role as “Pee Wee Herman”, died after a secret battle with cancer
- Actor Paul Reubens died Sunday night after battling cancer
- The 70-year-old was considered a “gifted and productive talent”.
Pee Wee Herman star Paul Reubens has died at the age of 70.
The actor, who has been a cult figure since 1977, passed away on Sunday evening after battling cancer privately.
Reubens’ estate announced the sad news online. They wrote on his Instagram page: “Last night we said goodbye to Paul Reubens.”
“An iconic American actor, comedian, writer and producer whose beloved character Pee-wee Herman delighted generations of children and adults alike with his positivity, moodiness and belief in the importance of kindness.”
“Paul fought cancer bravely and privately for years, with his trademark tenacity and wit.”
Reubens’ estate announced the sad news online. They wrote on his Instagram page: “Last night we said goodbye to Paul Reubens.”
Pee Wee Herman star Paul Reubens has died at the age of 70
The 70-year-old star has appeared as a cult figure since 1977
The actor passed away on Sunday night after a private battle with cancer
“A gifted and prolific talent, he will forever live on in the comedy pantheon and in our hearts as a valued friend and man of remarkable character and generosity.”
Reubens created the popular film Pee-Wee Herman with the late Phil Hartman, which led to a 1981 HBO special and eventually his 1985 film Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure.
This led to his hit television series Pee-Wee’s Playhouse, which ran from 1986 to 1991, along with the 1988 film Big-Top Pee-Wee.
Two-time Daytime Emmy winner Pee-wee almost retired after his 1991 arrest for indecent exposure at an adult movie theater in Florida.
Reubens created the popular film Pee-Wee Herman with the late Phil Hartman, which led to a 1981 HBO special and eventually his 1985 film Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
A police raid on Paul’s home in 2002 resulted in a charge of child pornography, which was later reduced to possession of profanity.
The Blacklist actor brought Herman back for a Broadway revival in 2010.
Reubens brought the character back to life with the 2016 Netflix film Pee-Wee’s Big Holiday.