Actor Paul Reubens, best known for his character Pee-wee Herman, dies aged 70-Emily Bashforth-Entertainment – Metro

Paul Reubens has sadly died (Picture: Getty)

Actor Paul Reubens, best known for his character Pee-wee Herman, has died aged 70.

Confirming the sad news, a Facebook tribute was posted on his official page.

‘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,’ it read.

‘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.’

Reubens began his career in the 1970s after joining the Los Angeles live comedy troupe the Groundlings.

After a stint as an improvisational comedian and stage actor, in 1980, he launched The Pee-wee Herman Show.

He had spent years developing the stage production based on the much-loved fictional character.

Pee-wee soon became an iconic comic figure, leading to Reubens’ show selling out for five months solid.

He also landed a HBO TV special and performed as the character in many on-screen interviews.

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