Paul Reubens, best known for playing the beloved children’s character Pee-wee Herman, passed away on July 30 at the age of 70. His cause of death has now been revealed as acute myelogenous leukemia, a form of blood and bone marrow cancer. Reubens’ representative confirmed this information to Fox News Digital. Acute myelogenous leukemia is the most common type of acute leukemia in adults, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Reubens had been privately battling cancer for several years before his passing, as stated in a post-death statement obtained by Fox News Digital. Describing him as an iconic American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, the statement praised Reubens for his positive and whimsical portrayal of Pee-wee Herman and his belief in the importance of kindness. It also acknowledged his courageous fight against cancer and his remarkable talent, generosity, and character.
In a personal statement shared after his death, Reubens apologized for not publicly discussing his health struggles and expressed gratitude for his friends, fans, and supporters. He confessed to feeling a tremendous amount of love and respect from them and emphasized his enjoyment of creating art for them.
In memory of his late parents, Judy and Milton Rubenfeld, Reubens requested that any expressions of sympathy be made to Stand Up to Cancer or organizations involved in dementia and Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
Reubens began his career by creating the character Pee-wee Herman during his time with the Los Angeles improv troupe The Groundlings in the late 1970s. This led to the debut of his show “The Pee-wee Herman Show” in 1981 at the Roxy Theater. The show gained popularity and eventually became an HBO special. Warner Bros. took Pee-wee to the big screen in 1985 with Tim Burton’s directorial debut, “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure,” which became a box-office success and developed a cult following.
In 1986, Reubens launched his CBS live-action children’s television show, “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” which received critical acclaim and won numerous Emmy Awards. However, Reubens faced personal and professional challenges in 1991 after being arrested for masturbating in an adult movie theater. This incident led to significant backlash, including the removal of Pee-wee Herman toys from stores and the suspension of his studio tour at Disney-MGM Studios.
Reubens made a comeback in 2010 with his stage show, “The Pee-wee Herman Show,” which eventually went to Broadway and aired as an HBO special. He continued to work on various television shows and movies, such as “30 Rock,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” and “Gotham,” showcasing his range and talent.
Paul Reubens’ legacy as Pee-wee Herman will forever be remembered in the comedy world, and his passing is a great loss. He leaves behind a cherished body of work and a lasting impact on both children and adults.
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