REPORT: PEE-WEE HERMAN PERFORMER PAUL REUBENS DIES AFTER BATTLE WITH CANCER, SAYS

Paul Reubens(AP)

Paul Reubens, the actor known for his performance as children’s TV show character Pee-wee Herman, has died after a years-long battle with cancer.

A Facebook post by his representation stated that Reubens died sometime Sunday night and had been privately fighting cancer for the past six years. The post included a quote from Reubens about the diagnosis.

“Please accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing the last six years. I have always felt a huge amount of love and respect from my friends, family, and supporters. I have loved you all so much and enjoyed making art for you.” – Paul Reubens

He was 70 years old.