Paul Reubens, Best Known as Pee-wee Herman, Dead at 70 After Years with Cancer: 'A Treasured Friend' Photo Courtesy of Art Streiber / August ... that included a clip of Reubens' message.

The late Paul Reubens, aka Pee-wee Herman, is defining himself after years ... I have loved you all so much and enjoyed ...

Paul Reubens: 'I Never Said I Didn't Want to Be Pee-Wee Herman' Lauper, 69, shared a clip from a 1980s news segment, featuring herself and the birthday boy playing miniature golf. "Happy Birthday ...

Combining his love of performance art and comedy, Reubens joined the legendary Groundlings improv group, where he created Pee-wee Herman, the impish character that would come to define his career.

Combining his love of performance art and comedy, Reubens joined the legendary Groundlings improv group, where he created Pee-wee Herman, the impish character that would come to define his career.