Date of Birth: August 27, 1952
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Paul Reubens, born Paul Rubenfeld, is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer best known for his character Pee-wee Herman. He was born on August 27, 1952, in Peekskill, New York, and raised in Sarasota, Florida. Reubens developed a love for entertaining at a young age, performing at local comedy clubs and theaters during his teenage years. He attended Boston University and later the California Institute of the Arts, where he honed his craft in acting and improvisation. In the late 1970s, Reubens joined the Los Angeles-based improvisational comedy team the Groundlings. It was with this group that he created Pee-wee Herman, a quirky, childlike character that quickly became a cultural phenomenon. In 1981, Reubens debuted “The Pee-wee Herman Show,” a stage production that led to the creation of the beloved children’s television series “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” which aired from 1986 to 1990. The show won several awards, including Emmys, and became a significant part of 1980s pop culture. Reubens’ career faced challenges in the early 1990s due to a highly publicized legal issue, but he continued to work in entertainment, making appearances in various films and TV shows. He revived the Pee-wee Herman character multiple times, including a Broadway show in 2010 and a Netflix film in 2016 titled “Pee-wee’s Big Holiday.”
5 Interesting Facts about Paul Reubens
1. Paul Reubens was a classmate of David Hasselhoff at the California Institute of the Arts.
2. “Pee-wee’s Playhouse” featured a diverse cast, including Laurence Fishburne as Cowboy Curtis.
3. Reubens has made guest appearances on popular TV shows like “30 Rock,” “The Blacklist,” and “Gotham.”
4. He has been nominated for numerous awards and has won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for “Pee-wee’s Playhouse.”
5. Reubens is known for his extensive collection of vintage toys and memorabilia, which has influenced the set designs for his shows.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Paul Reubens
1. “I know you are, but what am I?”
2. “Why don’t you take a picture? It’ll last longer.”
3. “I’m just trying to illustrate what a great life it is to be an actor.”
4. “I don’t want to be known as Pee-wee Herman for the rest of my life.”
5. “I think my entire career path was determined for me when I was 8.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Paul Reubens’ highest net worth achieved was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Paul Reubens does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Paul Reubens on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000607/
2. [Paul Reubens’ Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/paul-reubens
3. [Pee-wee’s Playhouse on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/pee_wees_playhouse
5. [Paul Reubens’ Official Website](http://peewee.com/
