| Paul Reubens Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 11 in |
| Weight | 76 kg |
| Date of Birth | August 27, 1952 |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Date of Death | July 30, 2023 |
Paul Reubens was an American comedian, actor, producer, and writer who was synonymous with the man-child character of Pee-wee Herman. The popular character developed a cult following through the television series, Pee-wee’s Playhouse (1986-1990) and Tim Burton‘s film, Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985).
Born Name
Paul Rubenfeld
Nick Name
Paul Reubens, Pee-wee Herman
Age
Paul Reubens was born on August 27, 1952.
Died
Paul Reubens passed away on July 30, 2023, at the age of 70 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He was diagnosed with cancer 6 years earlier. It was later revealed that he had died from a complication of cancer that is known as acute hypoxic respiratory failure.
Sun Sign
Virgo
Born Place
Peekskill, New York, United States
Nationality
Education
Paul attended Sarasota High School in his hometown. He attended Plymouth State University for a semester and later enrolled at Boston University and the California Institute of the Arts.
Occupation
Actor, Comedian, Writer, Producer
Family
- Father – Milton Rubenfeld (Pilot) (Died in 2004)
- Mother – Judy Rosen (Teacher)
- Siblings – Luke Rubenfeld (Younger Brother) (Dog Trainer), Abby Rubenfeld (Sister) (Attorney)
Net Worth
Paul’s net worth was $5 million according to CelebrityNetWorth.com
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 11 in or 180.5 cm
Weight
76 kg or 167.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Paul had dated –
- Brooke Ashley
- Valeria Golino (1988) – RUMOR
- Elizabeth Daily – RUMOR
- Chandi Heffner – He had a mock wedding with Chandi Heffner in 1989.
- Debi Mazar (1991-1993) – Paul dated Debi Mazar for a few years from 1991 until 1993.
Race / Ethnicity
White
He had Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
However, he had been rumored to be ‘Gay’.
Distinctive Features
- Essaying the character of Pee-wee Herman replete with a cartoonish voice, ill-fitting gray glen plaid suit, and a red bow tie
- Massive ears
Paul Reubens Favorite Things
- Film – Pollyanna (1960)
Source – Wikipedia
Paul Reubens Facts
- He was a member of the comedy troupe called The Groundlings for 6 years in the 1970s.
- Paul based the character of Pee-wee Herman on the children’s show host, Pinky Lee.
- The rapper Eminem spoofed him in his hit 2004 music video of Just Lose It.
- Paul was charged with child po**ography in 2002. However, the charges were eventually dropped in March 2004.
- He was close friends with Robin Williams and Joan Rivers.
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