NEW YORK: Actor Paul Reubens, best known for his iconic portrayal of Pee-wee Herman, has passed away at the age of 70, as announced in a statement posted on his official Facebook page by his agent on Monday.
Described as a remarkably gifted and prolific talent, Reubens will forever hold a cherished place in the comedy world and in the hearts of those who admired him as both a friend and a man of exceptional character and generosity of spirit, as expressed in the post.
Reubens passed away on Sunday night after losing his battle against cancer, as stated in the Facebook post.
Actor’s post
“Please accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing in the last six years,” Reubens said in the heartfelt Facebook post. “I have always felt much love and respect from my friends, fans, and supporters.” The actor loved his audience and cherished every moment of creating art for them.
