With the announcement of Reubens' death, he also shared in a statement, “Please accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing the last six years,” AP reported. “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.”
Who was Paul Reubens?Paul Reubens was born in Peekskill, New York, however, he spent most of his childhood in Sarasota, Florida. He developed a strong passion for comedy from an early age, and he believed that part of this interest was influenced by Sarasota's association as the winter home of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum Circus. His interest pulled him to portrayal of Nick Burns in “A Thousand Clowns” at The Players Theatres and it could be termed as the beginning of journey.
Pee-wee Herman is chef’s kiss, but there’s more to Reubens’ legacyAlthough, Paul Reubens gained grand fame for his iconic creation, Pee-wee Herman. However, the master had several notable works including the films «Pee-wee's Big Adventure» and «Big Top Pee-wee,» and TV series «Pee-wee's Playhouse,» and the stage show «The Pee-wee Herman Show.» Other than that, very less people know that he also appeared in «Buffy the Vampire Slayer,» «Gotham,» and lent his voice to projects like «Minecraft: Story Mode» and «Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare.»
FAQsQ1. What was Paul Reubens' cause of death?A1. Paul Reubens died on Sunday, July 31, 2023, after a six-year battle with cancer.Q2. What did Paul Reubens say in his apology?A2. In his apology, Paul Reubens said that he was sorry for not going public with his cancer diagnosis. He said that he had always felt a «huge amount of love and respect» from his fans.
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