Actor John Paragon has died at the age of 66. The star, was most famous for his role as Jambi the Genie on Pee-wee's Playhouse.
TMZ says that The Riverside County Coroner confirmed his death and says he passed away in April but cause of death is unclear at this point.
In his role as Jambi the Genie, John's face appeared in a jewelled box whenever the show's main character Pee-wee Herman wished for something.
John would appear dressed in blue makeup with a red and gold turban as he portrayed the sassy character. As well as the genie, John was also the voice of Pterri the Pterodactyl on the show.
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