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  • Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
  • Paul Reuben, best known for his role as Pee-wee Herman, has tragically passed away. Celebrate his life with one his most iconic comic roles: Prince Gerhardt on 30 Rock.
    Paul Reubens was an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and children's entertainer. He was known for his character Pee-wee Herman. Reubens joined the Los Angeles troupe The Groundlings in the 1970s, and started his career as an improvisational comedian and stage actor. In 1982, Reubens began appearing in a show about a character he had been developing for years. The show was called The Pee-wee Herman Show, and ran for five sold-out months; HBO also produced a successful special about it. Pee-wee became an instant cult figure and, for the next decade, Reubens was completely committed to his character, doing all of his public appearances and interviews as Pee-wee. His feature film, Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985), directed by Tim Burton, was a financial and critical success, and soon developed into a cult film.
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  • @adsilcott
    @adsilcott Рік тому +253

    The fact that Paul Rubens created one of the most memorable characters in a single episode of a show that was filled with seven seasons of great characters speaks volumes of his talent. No one else could have played this part and made it so memorable.

    • @stephanie3848
      @stephanie3848 Рік тому +17

      He was a genius, an amazing actor

    • @frednugent2310
      @frednugent2310 Рік тому +9

      ​@@stephanie3848You beat me to it. I was about to comment he was a comedic genius.

    • @CRASHDDZ
      @CRASHDDZ 10 місяців тому +2

      I miss this fool.

  • @HoDoBoDo
    @HoDoBoDo Рік тому +465

    RIP to a comedy legend. May he rest in peace.

  • @schnellfahren911
    @schnellfahren911 Рік тому +174

    This character was alllll Paul- from the teeth, the leprocy, the ill-sized prosthetic hand and my favorite, the fake legs. I've watched this episode about one million times and it still makes me giggle like a school girl

    • @redcross6963
      @redcross6963 Рік тому +1

      What was this called? It is absolutely hilarious

    • @sarys73
      @sarys73 Рік тому +2

      I don't believe you've watched it 1 million times, and wtf is leprocy?

    • @redcross6963
      @redcross6963 Рік тому +4

      @sarys73 Are you 2yrs old? Get a dictionary and start learning new words, phrases and meanings. Sure, she hasn't seen it a million times she's exaggerating to get her point across, meaning she loves it she's seen it a "million times", and it's also called a hyperbole. I seriously doubt you know what that means, either. Hey, remember, knowledge is power!

    • @tehbakedpotato
      @tehbakedpotato Рік тому +8

      Paul is also a self professed birthday freak. He must've had so much fun with this.

    • @zeke1220
      @zeke1220 Рік тому +2

      @@redcross6963 Leprocy isn't going to be in a dictionary because the word is leprosy lol

  • @TheFredismShow
    @TheFredismShow Рік тому +247

    I've always felt that I could have used a lot more Paul Rubens comedy throughout the years. He was so inspired.

    • @cwg73160
      @cwg73160 Рік тому

      How is it that you know HE was “so inspired”?

    • @Axias2011
      @Axias2011 Рік тому

      @@cwg73160 EXACTLY. more like "Very fucking TROUBLED'.

    • @strongbongus
      @strongbongus Рік тому +6

      yeah, dude got blackballed in such an unfair manner. such a unique guy.

    • @roems6396
      @roems6396 Рік тому +1

      @@strongbongus
      I mean…was it unfair? He’s doing a kids show and gets caught spankin in public. Not a good look. But he came back later on and had several memorable roles, such as this.

    • @mdegauss
      @mdegauss Рік тому

      it was a place that people did that stuff man. not exactly the park@@roems6396

  • @TheKeenTribe
    @TheKeenTribe Рік тому +10

    In the mid 80s, Paul and I used to hang out at a laser tag stadium in Kenilworth, NJ, called Photon. It was similar to Laser Tag, except it was way better, and way ahead of its time! Great memories! See you in Heaven, Paul!

  • @pacandpal3
    @pacandpal3 Рік тому +104

    The part we're she's like your 25 . And paul is like yes can you believe it. And that scream that was a laugh . Killed me. You always made me laugh and brightened my day pee wee. We all miss you friend.

    • @RafaelUnplugged
      @RafaelUnplugged 28 днів тому +1

      "Finally old enough to rent a car" 😂

  • @kabrandt22
    @kabrandt22 Рік тому +20

    Never seen this till today. Freaking hilarious and amazing performance. You'll be missed!

  • @SheilaArkee
    @SheilaArkee Рік тому +169

    A true comedy genius. Rest well, Paul.

    • @rr7firefly
      @rr7firefly 11 днів тому

      This memorable episode was from the first season. It was called "Black Tie" -- it aired on February 1, 2007. Amazing how time flies. Almost 18 years ago (February 2025).

  • @chocolat917
    @chocolat917 Рік тому +31

    Omg this is hilarious. How did I miss it. “AHHHHHKKK, AHHHHHHK! It feels good to laugh” lmao. RIP pee wee!

  • @Lil-Britches
    @Lil-Britches Рік тому +25

    This is one of those cameos i flipped out on cause i just never could have saw this coming. Paul though gone, will be remembered for eternity.❤

  • @gloria5289
    @gloria5289 Рік тому +9

    Can't stop watching this iconic role of his! He made it his own and it is truly hilarious! Miss you Paul.

  • @HaveanOreshnik
    @HaveanOreshnik Рік тому +41

    R.I.P it broke my heart when I heard about his passing....it just sticks to you, I'm trying to process that this is happening today

  • @gregmarek9319
    @gregmarek9319 Рік тому +76

    A genius performance. Paul Reubens was a treasure. May he rest in peace.

    • @rr7firefly
      @rr7firefly 11 днів тому

      This episode was called "Black Tie" -- it aired during the very first season on February 1, 2007. Amazing how that was almost 18 years ago (Feb 2025).

  • @Watchoutforsnakez
    @Watchoutforsnakez Рік тому +15

    This character is hysterical.

  • @wildman2012
    @wildman2012 Рік тому +20

    I always remember this sketch, one of the funniest on 30 Rock! How everyone else could keep a straight face is beyond me!

  • @valerieroling8035
    @valerieroling8035 3 місяці тому

    This is priceless and genius all at the same time. Love this one. Paul Reubens will always be one-of-a kind.

  • @STVG71
    @STVG71 Рік тому +30

    Out of everything Paul did as this character, that scream for a laugh was absolutely genius! Hokey smokes, I'm going to miss him. My Pee-Wee's Playhouse season 1 and 2 DVD arrived yesterday. I know what I'm watching tonight.

  • @Joethesensei
    @Joethesensei Рік тому +13

    The overly loud birthday thanks announcement is one of the funniest lines I’ve ever seen. My kids say it every year!

    • @christophercucchi6048
      @christophercucchi6048 Рік тому +2

      Joe I’m pushing my wife to say this on her 40 th bday it’s just hysterical

  • @BIGBOOM2077
    @BIGBOOM2077 Рік тому +54

    Underrated actor. Thanks for all the good times, Paul. Rest well.

  • @rhomo
    @rhomo Рік тому +10

    I laughed so freakin' hard when I saw this for the first time, and it STILL makes me laugh.... so brilliant!

  • @suzannezoubeck5216
    @suzannezoubeck5216 Рік тому +23

    Never saw this...better late than never. So sad he's no longer with us, but what an amazing life, and Pee-Wee will rock forever. ❤☮🌎

  • @TheRadiantstate
    @TheRadiantstate Рік тому +18

    RIP, Sir. You were one of a fucking kind. Innocent and beautifully demented.

  • @tiffanyi5645
    @tiffanyi5645 Рік тому +2

    I forgot how utterly hilarious 30 Rock is! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @eprofengr6670
    @eprofengr6670 Рік тому +15

    Wow impressive character work.

  • @Sentarry
    @Sentarry Рік тому +27

    2:44 I never watched this show but this had me rolling! 🤣💀
    rip Paul Reubens 🙏🕊️

  • @kenyasmith2652
    @kenyasmith2652 Рік тому +1

    The Saturday before Paul had passed, something prompted me to watch this scene from 30 Rock. Then, to find out on Monday that he had passed away on Sunday night is something that will forever stay in my mind. I have been saddened by many of my favorite celebrities passing away, but so far, no celebrity death has ever been as heartbreaking as Paul’s.
    I started learning about him through his Pee-wee Herman character back in 2006. I was 12 years old at that time. I started watching Pee-wee’s Playhouse when it would air on Cartoon Network. Then, I watched Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. Then, I would look forward to watching him on late night talk shows as a guest. I watched more of his work and even followed his FB page. That being said, I will miss him dearly.

  • @epbikeman
    @epbikeman Рік тому +29

    Underrated great actor who should have been in a lot more roles… RIP Pee Wee

  • @hermanshula9449
    @hermanshula9449 Рік тому +5

    "Jazz! Tap! Jitterbug! Charleston! Interpretive! Twirl! Twirl again! Keep twirling!!"

  • @todd5082
    @todd5082 Рік тому +8

    So talented. Can transform into anybody.

  • @Fluoride_Jones
    @Fluoride_Jones Рік тому +19

    We've lost so many great comedic actors the last few years. For what it's worth, Paul Reubens is in good company. Hopefully he's having a good laugh with Norm and Gilbert, not to mention the many that passed before. R.I.P., Mr. Paul Reubens. 🙏

    • @goofusmaximus1482
      @goofusmaximus1482 Рік тому +3

      And his fellow groundlings who worked with him, and passed before him. Phil Hartman and John Paragon.

    • @Fluoride_Jones
      @Fluoride_Jones Рік тому +1

      @@goofusmaximus1482 Well said, Goofus. 🙏

  • @lasvegasira
    @lasvegasira Рік тому +15

    This role and his stint on Murphy Brown are both perfection attained.
    He will be terribly missed. RIP Paul.

  • @RemyCT63
    @RemyCT63 Рік тому +3

    "It feels good to laugh." Ahahahaha! 30 Rock was and still is a great show.

  • @mishie618
    @mishie618 10 місяців тому

    Paul Reubens was and always will be the most unique, incredibly talented, hard working like no one has ever seen, actors and comedians on this planet. I will always hold him up with the highest regard and I hope when he passed he truly realized just how many people truly loved him. ❤

  • @steffigavin9152
    @steffigavin9152 Рік тому +2

    I've never seen this. So talented! He could/should have done so much more. RIP Paul.

  • @Baalek1
    @Baalek1 Рік тому +24

    A true legend of comedy. He will be missed. RIP Paul Reubens.

  • @thomasd4738
    @thomasd4738 Рік тому +31

    Paul Reubens was so much more than Pee Wee Herman. God I'm going to miss him.

  • @mattlawson714
    @mattlawson714 Рік тому +16

    What a creative and hilarious man. He will be missed by so many.

  • @christopherhall6155
    @christopherhall6155 Рік тому

    Paul was an amazing actor. So under appreciated.

  • @Dharmarenee
    @Dharmarenee Рік тому +3

    I had no idea that was Paul Reubens playing the Hapsburg-ess character. Loved it

  • @reubenlee6438
    @reubenlee6438 Рік тому +3

    How did I never see this? What an incredible comedy master. 😂😂 I'm really gonna miss Mr Reubens.

  • @sinwithsebastian
    @sinwithsebastian Рік тому +1

    Wow, I didn’t even know that was him. Legendary. Rest in peace ❤

  • @johnsheetz6639
    @johnsheetz6639 Рік тому +2

    You can tell he loved this role! I'm going to miss you. R.i..p

  • @TheTurkaderr
    @TheTurkaderr Рік тому +9

    Thanks for everything, Paul. Rest in peace kind sir.

  • @NikkiScatch84
    @NikkiScatch84 Рік тому +10

    R.I.P. this scene was hilarious!

  • @soundvision5273
    @soundvision5273 Рік тому +2

    A true funny comedian. Rest in peace, Paul, and thank you for the wonderful years of entertainment

  • @michaelweston2285
    @michaelweston2285 Рік тому +22

    "you forgot to say the magic wooooord!!"
    he'll always be a part of my childhood

  • @DinNDee
    @DinNDee Рік тому +1

    I did not realize that was Paul Reubens when I watched the show. This character was truly hilarious.

  • @SlipperyMooseCakes
    @SlipperyMooseCakes Рік тому +2

    I’ve never seen this clip before and it was phenomenal

  • @rickricky6421
    @rickricky6421 Рік тому +7

    It’s too bad we never had the chance to see him in more character roles. He was brilliant in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Blow, and I wanted to see more. Like Depp, he probably had a menagerie of bizarre characters within him.

  • @PigeonsPie1
    @PigeonsPie1 Рік тому +2

    Now, who do you know could create a character like this one but Paul Reubens. NO ONE !!!!!

  • @YearoftheWoodDRAGON
    @YearoftheWoodDRAGON Рік тому +1

    Comedic Genius, God Bless

  • @ryanbaker8060
    @ryanbaker8060 Рік тому +1

    Wow, this is a great character 😂

  • @josiepalmer4562
    @josiepalmer4562 10 місяців тому

    The way he hollars reminds me of my family sometimes. This is so funny.

  • @Ravenseyes10
    @Ravenseyes10 Рік тому +1

    Oh, I needed that laugh today! Thank you, Paul!! RIP

  • @joseftrujillo2732
    @joseftrujillo2732 Рік тому +8

    If I was ever in the background, I'd be laughing the whole time, ruining the shot. 😂

  • @thewebstylist
    @thewebstylist Рік тому

    OMG I had no idea Paul R had this range of comedy talents! 😂😂😂 wow we all needed more of this RIP legend

  • @tomthalon8956
    @tomthalon8956 Рік тому +1

    OMG, what a great find.

  • @Dharmarenee
    @Dharmarenee Рік тому +1

    Loved the squeaking of the chair.

  • @blauth
    @blauth Рік тому

    Paul Rueben is greatly underrated! I love all of his work!

  • @Desjohnson814
    @Desjohnson814 Рік тому +4

    When it comes to a movie like mystery men I can never forget peewee

  • @Chesterton7
    @Chesterton7 Рік тому +2

    One of the funniest.

  • @38JamieLee38
    @38JamieLee38 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for getting this ready so quickly…… 😢

  • @cwbrooks5329
    @cwbrooks5329 Рік тому +2

    OMG, I forgot all about this! Hahahahahaha. Gerhardt is truly horrifying. RIP Paul Reuben.

  • @ad8554
    @ad8554 Рік тому +2

    Omg I've never seen this. I laughed so hard.

  • @DavidLS1
    @DavidLS1 Рік тому +2

    I never knew that was Pee Wee. He will be missed.

  • @Rhythmicons
    @Rhythmicons Місяць тому

    I watched this incredulous that it was Reubens. Dude was surely gifted.

  • @robhenn4621
    @robhenn4621 Рік тому +4

    I just want to point out that the background music is an instrumental version of "My Funny Valentine," and if you know the words this is hilarious given the context: "Is your figure less than Greek / Is your mouth a little weak / When you open it to speak / Are you smart?"

  • @InFlowGolf
    @InFlowGolf Рік тому +8

    Omg I never knew Paul did this one. Absolute legend.

  • @rr7firefly
    @rr7firefly 11 днів тому

    This episode from the first season was called "Black Tie" -- it aired on February 1, 2007. Amazing how time flies. Almost 18 years ago (February 2025).

  • @joeykremple
    @joeykremple Рік тому +1

    Paul Reubens lives on! And Will Forte is pretty great too

  • @nicolasrage666
    @nicolasrage666 Рік тому

    I'm just barely seeing this now amd goddammit I'm crying from laughing my.balls off. RIP Paul! 🎭

  • @davidvalenta9394
    @davidvalenta9394 Рік тому +4

    This is right on par with him as the vampire ending in Buffy-the Movie.

  • @christopherdieudonne
    @christopherdieudonne Рік тому +1

    1:43 So frickin' funny !!! I forgot how great 30 Rock was. This episode was hilarious

  • @katb3233
    @katb3233 2 місяці тому

    Fav episode

  • @maureen298
    @maureen298 Рік тому

    RIP Paul. Too hysterical.

  • @jasethatbeme2179
    @jasethatbeme2179 Рік тому

    An absolute gem! lol

  • @jeanandre6998
    @jeanandre6998 Рік тому +2

    Peeweeeee 😢😢😢 RIP my childhood hero 🙏🏽❤️

  • @brittsavage007
    @brittsavage007 Рік тому

    so incredible. loved him.

  • @TheDavidtk240
    @TheDavidtk240 Рік тому

    That is comedy gold! Hilarious.

  • @jamesmaxdavissands
    @jamesmaxdavissands 6 місяців тому

    BRILLIANT!!!!

  • @jasonw8124
    @jasonw8124 Рік тому +3

    he can not metabolize the grapes. epic

  • @lisacecchini2509
    @lisacecchini2509 9 місяців тому

    I think this is one of the funniest things I have ever seen on tv.

  • @genehart9852
    @genehart9852 Рік тому +3

    RIP. What a genius.

  • @Dan-zq5wt
    @Dan-zq5wt Рік тому

    This absolutely hilarious!

  • @Dankpuffin
    @Dankpuffin Рік тому

    I loved this episode, I didn't6 know it was Paul.

  • @Phoenixesper1
    @Phoenixesper1 Рік тому

    My god the roles he could have done over the next 10 years. we lost him too soon.

  • @10thMorales
    @10thMorales Рік тому +4

    4:30 I didn’t realize that Dr. Spaceman is also a royal physician.😅

  • @keithpurtell1213
    @keithpurtell1213 Рік тому

    Cannot believe I just saw this for the first time! There's a little bit of "Dr. Strangelove" in Paul's character, which is a great idea.

  • @Parasiteve
    @Parasiteve Рік тому +2

    anytime i want to reference how inbred royals were, i use this episode as an example lmao. i love his character in this episode. RIP pee-wee, you were an amazing comedian.

  • @joshuamusicant
    @joshuamusicant Рік тому

    "Oh! It feels good to laugh!' 🤣

  • @doberman1ism
    @doberman1ism Рік тому +2

    Peewee thanks for the memories.

  • @maurachapman4179
    @maurachapman4179 Рік тому

    Thank you Paul.

  • @charlesburian1764
    @charlesburian1764 6 місяців тому

    I am a pee wee fan forever
    Rest in peace

  • @stephanie3848
    @stephanie3848 Рік тому

    I remember this! I didn't know it was Pee Wee!

  • @curiousgemini
    @curiousgemini Рік тому +2

    Reuben was a genius.

  • @alfloxxddy
    @alfloxxddy Рік тому

    His death scene in Buffy i still remember to this day 20+ years later and still makes me laugh

  • @mjphoto45
    @mjphoto45 Рік тому

    Amazing

  • @MarvNARK
    @MarvNARK Рік тому +1

    Hope to see more of him

  • @paulsorensen1111
    @paulsorensen1111 Рік тому

    Paul, we all loved you! RIP

  • @Hoodsonbr
    @Hoodsonbr Рік тому

    A funny valentine indeed.