Paul Reubens, Pee-wee Herman actor, dead at 70 after private cancer battle – National | 24CA News
Actor Paul Reubens, finest recognized for his portrayal as ’80s tv character Pee-wee Herman, has died years after he was identified with most cancers. He was 70.
His crew confirmed the passing Monday, in a assertion posted to Facebook.
“Last night we said farewell to Paul Reubens, an iconic American actor, comedian, writer and producer whose beloved character Pee-wee Herman delighted generations of children and adults with his positivity, whimsy and belief in the importance of kindness,” the assertion reads.
“Paul bravely and privately fought cancer for years with his trademark tenacity and wit. A gifted and prolific talent, he will forever live in the comedy pantheon and in our hearts as a treasured friend and man of remarkable character and generosity of spirit.”
The put up additionally included an undated quote attributed to Reubens, thanking followers for his or her help:
“Please accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing the last six years. I have always felt a huge amount of love and respect from my friends, fans and supporters. I have loved you all so much and enjoyed making art for you,” the quote says.
Paul Reubens, proven as Pee-wee Herman, arrives for a panel throughout the first day of Comic Con Thursday, July 21, 2011, in San Diego.
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Reubens was the creator and star of the 1986 to 1990 TV collection Pee-wee’s Playhouse. It was a job he would reprise through the years, together with a 2010 dwell Broadway instalment of The Pee-wee Herman Show, in addition to the 2016 Netflix film Pee-wee’s Big Holiday.
He additionally departed from his Pee-wee character with roles on exhibits like The Blacklist, Gotham and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow.
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