‘Pee-wee Herman’ actor Paul Reubens has died

nme.com:

Pee-wee Herman – has died at the age of 70.He passed away after a private bout with cancer last night (July 30).In a statement on his Instagram following his death, the late actor wrote: “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.”A further statement from Reubens’ estate added in the caption: “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.A post shared by Pee-wee Herman (@peeweeherman)“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.”TV host Jimmy Kimmel, was one of the first to pay his respects to Reubens.He wrote: “Paul Reubens was like no one else – a brilliant and original comedian who made kids and their parents laugh at the same time.

He never forgot a birthday and shared his genuine delight for silliness with everyone he met. My family and I will miss him.”Paul Reubens was like no one else – a brilliant and original comedian who made kids and their parents laugh at the same time.