Paul Reubens did not tell his director, Matt Wolf, that he was dying from cancer. The actor and comedian, who famously starred as Pee-wee Herman in the 1980s, passed away in 2023 at age 70. Before his death, he gave over 40 hours of interviews on camera about his life and career for a two-part … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. A new documentary airing on HBO tonight will serve as the definitive portrait of Paul Reubens and his comedic alter-ego Pee-wee Herman. “Pee-wee as Himself” was primarily filmed prior to … Read more
Paul Reubens’ cause of death has been revealed a month after his death at age 70. The actor, best known for his Pee-wee Herman character, died as a result of acute hypoxic respiratory failure, according to his death certificate obtained by The Blast. According to Healthline, the condition occurs “when your lungs cannot release enough … Read more
When Paul Reubens died Monday at age 70, fans around the world mourned the death of an artist. But they were even more devastated by the passing of their dear old friend, Pee-wee Herman. That bowtied ‘80s fixture was too goofy to be true, but also remarkably real to us because of the actor’s intense … Read more
Legendary — and oft-controversial — actor Paul Reubens, most famous for his Pee-wee Herman character, has died at age 70 after a private battle with cancer. “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 … Read more
Several celebrities came forward Monday with touching tributes for Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reuben, who died at the age of 70. “Paul Reubens was like no one else – a brilliant and original comedian who made kids and their parents laugh at the same time,” posted Jimmy Kimmel. “He never forgot a birthday and shared … Read more
Paul Reubens, the actor who made millions around the world laugh with his Pee-wee Herman character, has died. He was 70. “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 … Read more