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Paul Reubens

1952-2023 · Los Angeles, CA

Also known as Paul Rubenfeld

Groundlings member who improvised Pee-wee Herman into existence in 1978 — one of the most enduring comedy characters of the 20th century.

Known for

Joined The Groundlings in the mid-1970s.
Improvised Pee-wee Herman in a 1978 Groundlings exercise.
Starred in Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985, directed by Tim Burton), Pee-wee's Playhouse (1986-1990).
Died in 2023 of cancer.

Connected to

People

Phil Hartman

Schools & Theaters

The Groundlings Theatre

Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Reubens
https://groundlings.com/people/paul-reubens

Referenced by

People

Phil Hartman

Troupes

The Groundlings (Original Company)

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