Vintage Ho-Ho-Hos Nov 30, 2008
This utterly delightful hour boasts a bedazzling parade of guests (from Zsa Zsa Gabor and Dinah Shore to k.d. lang and Oprah) alongside the neglected genius of Paul Reubens, who pulls off an unlikely combination of high-camp satire and truly sweet holiday fun that will entertain every age and sensibility. Pee-wee's "friends and family gathered at home" format typifies 1960s specials from Andy Williams, Judy Garland, et al, and there are none finer or more iconic than Bing Crosby's annual family... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Prince denies anti-gay-rights remarks; NEW YORKER stands by story... Nov 25, 2008
Prince denies anti-gay-rights remarks; New Yorker stands by story. The singer was asked about religion, politics, abortion and in a profile in. (The Drudge Report)
Scoop: No wedding plans for Lindsay and Sam Nov 14, 2008
Hilton will be co-starring with Paul Reubens. Yes. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
I Vant to Top the List Oct 30, 2008
PAUL REUBENS IN BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: His arrest for indecent exposure a year earlier just made Pee-Wee s 1992 movie vampire all the more edgy. 12. (Fox News)
Can Tina Fey bring 'SNL' fans over to '30 Rock'? Oct 28, 2008
Aside from those two Outstanding Comedy Series Emmys not to mention a total of 27 nominations in two years the show has managed to attract a remarkable parade of guest stars, including Will Arnett, Matthew Broderick, Elaine Stritch, Paul Reubens, Carrie Fisher, David Schwimmer, Edie Falco, Tim Conway, and many others, with Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Aniston set for this season. The strength of 30 Rock as pure comedy is one it shares, interestingly, with The Simpsons lots... (MSNBC -- News)
Anatomy of a game show host Oct 11, 2008
There are plenty of people with big fan bases - from the tennis player John McEnroe to Paul Reubens (aka Pee Wee Herman) - who have been hosts of short-lived game shows. "A bad host can ruin a good game," Belinkoff said, "but a great host can't rescue a game that's flawed. Ultimately, the game is what's important.". (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
The truth of her lonely, frightened face Oct 7, 2008
Occasionally, however, a celebrity's shot will elicit shock (as with Paul Reubens or Nick Nolte) or dismay. Blond bombshell Heather Locklear's new mug shot, all over the Web since her Sept. 27 arrest for allegedly driving under the influence of prescription drugs, is horrendously sad: Her eyes are wet, childishly huge and ringed with mascara; she stares so intently at the camera she appears to be pleading with the photographer to love her anyway, with her shock of dirty yellow hair and striking... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Comedy review: Silverman scattered, but strong Sep 10, 2008
This kind of hero worship has its own complications, which anyone who watched Paul Reubens' visit to SF Sketchfest in 2007 (or any Bruce Springsteen concert) can appreciate. Wearing a homemade T-shirt is a sign that you've gone too far. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Jennifer Aniston stops by '30 Rock' Sep 3, 2008
Other guest stars have included Jerry Seinfeld, former Vice President Al Gore, David Schwimmer, Andy Richter, Dean Winters, Gladys Knight, Meredith Vieira, Paul Reubens, Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, John McEnroe, Maury Povich, Ghostface Killah, LL Cool J, Sean Hayes, Nathan Lane, Molly Shannon, Chris Parnell, Will Forte and Jason Sudeikis. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly as not only "the best comedy on TV this year" but "simply the best TV," the Emmy award-winning comedy "30 Rock" is told through... (Chicago Tribune)
No longer child's play Jul 19, 2008
Paul Reubens, the star of Pee-wee's Playhouse, saw his career grind to a halt in 1991 when he was arrested in Florida for masturbating publicly in an adult theatre. Although his TV series had already ended by that time, CBS reacted by dropping its reruns from their lineup. (Vancouver Sun)
Whip it up and start again Jun 25, 2008
Mothersbaugh found a second calling while the group was in limbo in the mid-'80s - his friend the comedian/performer Paul Reubens asked him to write. the music for his TV series Pee-wee's Playhouse. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Karla Peterson: The year TV tumbled, struggled to get up Jun 3, 2008
RON TOM / ABC Chi McBride, Anna Friel, guest star Paul Reubens, Kristin Chenowetyh and Lee Pace in an episode of "Pushing Daisies.". When the first half of its troubled second season came to a close in December, Heroes had lost 6 million viewers and an awful lot of goodwill. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
'Tim and Eric: Awesome Show, Great Job!' May 2, 2008
The list of guest actors includes David Cross, Michael Cera, Zach Galifianakis, "Weird Al" Yankovic and Paul Reubens. Their appearances in commercials or fake programs contribute to the duo's nonsensical vision with mixed results. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Scoop: Count on more sick days for Britney Spears Dec 14, 2007
Although IMDb lists the real Pee-wee Herman, Paul Reubens, as the star of this film, there is word out that Johnny Depp will play Pee-wee. How could this be possible. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Pee-Wee Herman making a comeback Dec 12, 2007
Paul Reubens as Pee-Wee Herman, June 2007 (Frazer Harrison, Getty Images). Comedy actor Paul Reubens is reprising his most famous character to make two new Pee-Wee Herman movies. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Pee-Wee's Big Return? Paul Reubens Discusses Plans For Two Pee-Wee Films Dec 11, 2007
Paul Reubens Discusses Plans For Two Pee-Wee Films ... Paul Reubens as Pee-wee Herman (Frazer Harrison/ Getty Images) ... "Being Pee-wee Herman is a good conversation starter," Paul Reubens said in a mellow deadpan about the comic creation that defined his career. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Critic's corner Nov 21, 2007
Paul Reubens, a.k.a. Pee-wee, plays a suspect in a case about a deadly scratch-and-sniff book. Yes, a deadly scratch-and-sniff. (Boston Globe)
This flower of an episode is worth picking Nov 21, 2007
Now it seems someone wants to kill him, and the top suspect is a rival olfactory expert amusingly played by a laid-back Paul Reubens. There are new relationship issues for Ned and Chuck Lee Pace and Anna Friel, as terrific a TV couple as you could wish for and a welcome moment of uplift for the aunts. (USA Today -- Life)
A hands-off attitude lifts 'Daisies' duo Nov 21, 2007
Friel: Paul Reubens (Pee-wee Herman) is his rival, and he has such an extreme sense of smell that he can smell something on Chuck. And he can't quite figure out what it is. (USA Today)
HAPPY HALLOWEENNightmare Before Christmas 3D Nov 1, 2007
Jack Skellington - Chris Sarandon (speaking)/Danny Elfman (singing) Sally - Catherine O'Hara Evil Scientist - William Hickey Mayor - Glenn Shadix Lock - Paul Reubens Shock - Catherine O'Hara Barrel - Danny Elfman Oogie Boogie - Ken Page Santa - Ed Ivory. If it were a normal holiday animated film, "The Nightmare Before Christmas" would be an entertaining, amusing, darker-than-usual offering indicating that Disney was willing to deviate slightly from its tried-and-true family-fare formula. (Variety)
Let's talk TV Oct 30, 2007
Newcastle, OK: Did I dream that Paul Reubens was to guest star in "Pushing Daisies?" If not, when is he scheduled to appear ... You asked about Paul Reubens. (USA Today -- Life)
November is a month stuffed with good TV Oct 30, 2007
Paul Reubens, who was so funny last year on 30 Rock, adds his talents to the Daisies chain. CW. (USA Today -- Life)
Pop Artist Back In His Groove Oct 20, 2007
Saturday, October 20, 2007 Last Update: 06:30 AM EDT. LAUGHTER, TEARS & THE LATEST BUZZ. (New York Post -- Gossip)
30 Rock lives, and Tina Fey laughs Oct 4, 2007
This season the show will add to last year's all-star roster of guests (Elaine Stritch, Isabella Rossellini, Paul Reubens and Will Arnett) by featuring Jerry Seinfeld (in tonight's second-season premiere) and Edie Falco (in a recurring role as a left-wing congresswoman from New Hampshire and a love interest for Jack). Carrie Fisher will play a veteran television writer whom Liz idolizes, at least from afar. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Travel Guide to Odd Sarasota Sep 1, 2007
Paul Reubens, later known as Pee Wee Herman, grew up in Sarasota (and his career took a hit in a Sarasota movie theater during the 1990s). Of course, like many other cities across the country, Elvis visited Sarasota and ate at the Waffle Stop on U.S. 301 in 1956. (Suite101.com)
How do celebs undo damage of a public flub? Aug 29, 2007
Damage control for fallen stars - USATODAY.com. Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today -- Life)
Ciara plays coy on dating rumors Aug 28, 2007
Actor Paul Reubens (Pee-Wee Herman) is 55. Gospel singer Yolanda Adams is 45. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Nerd herd bats '300' Aug 6, 2007
On hand were director Zack Snyder; Frank Miller, who created the graphic novel the film is based on; and guests David Arquette, Paul Reubens and Sean Young. Date in print: Mon. (Variety)
Romero's 'Diary of the Dead' to premiere at Toronto fest Jul 26, 2007
Written by Paul Reubens and the late Phil Hartman, "Pee-wee's Big Adventure" marked director Tim Burton's feature film debut as he established his distinctive visual style with the story of a shiny new bicycle that is stolen and the journey to recover it. "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World," a star-studded comedy featuring Spencer Tracy, Ethel Merman, Milton Berle, Jonathan Winters, Phil Silvers and Mickey Rooney, will close the series on Aug. 26. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A comeback for Pee-wee? Jul 12, 2007
Paul Reubens is trying to resurrect his wacky character ... July 12, 2007 LOS ANGELES -- Paul Reubens returns, again. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
People: Pee-wee Herman's big comeback Jun 21, 2007
LOS ANGELES -- Paul Reubens returns, again. He and his perennially adolescent alter ego Pee-wee Herman vanished from public view a while back. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Paul Reubens back again Jun 20, 2007
Paul Reubens, Pee-wee Herman back again ... Paul Reubens, Pee-wee Herman back again ... 19, 2007 12:00 AM LOS ANGELES - Paul Reubens returns, again. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
The return (again) of Pee-wee Herman Jun 20, 2007
Paul Reubens and his alter ego getting roles and pushing ideas. Damian Dovarganes / APActor, writer and comedian Paul Reubens is enjoying increased visibility, with roles in the movies The Tripper and Reno 911: Miami and on TV's Dirt and 30 Rock ... LOS ANGELES - Paul Reubens returns, again. (MSNBC -- News)
DMC gives Boston a good rap Jun 12, 2007
Props for Pee-wee Actor Paul Reubens (inset) made his first outing as Pee-Wee Herman in 10 years at Spike TV's First Annual "Guys Choice" awards. Reubens, a Boston University drop out, got a standing ovation from the crowd when he came on stage Saturday night. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Actor brings personal truth to 'Hidden Palms' Jun 6, 2007
"And then it was, Burt Reynolds called and said his wife Lonnie Anderson thinks you and her together would be delicious. Pee-wee Herman (Paul Reubens) wants to put you on the Pee-wee' show, and it was just one after another...they started trotting me out like an aging show pony, and here I am.". Jordan takes time over lunch to share pictures of his mother, Peggy Ann Jordan, 71, and his twin sisters Cricket and Janet, who recently just turned 50. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Original 'Hitcher' Rutger Hauer On Playing The Heavy, In Role Call May 24, 2007
"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (1992) Before the TV show spawned a phenomenon, there was a film that was best known for a rogues'-gallery cast that included Hauer, Paul Reubens and Luke Perry. "I had a great time making the movie," he said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Killer preem dug up Apr 16, 2007
Keeping in sync with the pic's hippie-outdoor theme, "Tripper" actors Lukas Haas, Paul Reubens and Thomas Jane, plus guest Jennifer Aniston were among those huddled on the graveyard lawn with complimentary blankets and cheeseburgers. Date in print: Mon. (Variety)
LIFE ON THE COUCH: Aliens, cavemen and a bionic man populate fall pilots Apr 16, 2007
And Paul Reubens portrays an alien at a top-secret government location in the Nevada desert in the NBC comedy "Area 57.". Aside from those, a few trends can offer some insight into what you'll see this fall. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
NBC pines for mass with its class Apr 14, 2007
But just because they're set in an office doesn't mean the wannabes are all like "The Office." "Area 57," for example, focuses on people whose job is to guard an alien (played by Paul Reubens). And "Wildlife," from exec producer Conan O'Brien, takes place in an animal park. (Variety)
Featured TV DVD Releasae: 'Reno 911!' Mar 9, 2007
Paul Reubens makes a guest appearance as a citizens' patrolman. The whole cast commits to the lunacy with verve. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Don't panic, 'Reno 911!: Miami' is on the scene Mar 1, 2007
Miami as there are uses of the phrase "My bad." The Rock, Danny DeVito, Paul Reubens and the comedy troupe Stella (Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter and David Wain) all make appearances. David Koechner (Anchorman) and comedians Nick Swardson, Patton Oswalt and Paul Rudd (doing a ridiculous Tony Montana) also play minor roles. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Different Kinds Of Funny In 'Reno 911!' Feb 27, 2007
Other cameos include a less than one-minute appearance by The Rock as a S.W.A.T. team member who blows himself up with a grenade, and Paul Reubens as the father of Terry, the roller-skater whom the Reno Sheriff's Department often deals with back in Reno for reported "lewd behavior.". Paul Reubens previously appeared on several episodes of Reno 911. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Big Screen for Comedy's Reno 911! Feb 21, 2007
Miami, a farce with wild cameos from the Rock, Paul Reubens and others. When Reno's loopy sheriff's department ships out for a police convention in Florida, a bio-terror alert traps every able-bodied lawman in the country inside the convention center. (Multichannel News)
Shock comic bringssister act to sitcom Feb 1, 2007
Paul Reubens guest stars as a foreign dignitary on "30 Rock" (9:30 p.m., NBC, TV-14). LATE NIGHT. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Pee-wee may be heading back to his Playhouse. But for now, he's happy to be Paul Reubens. Jan 25, 2007
But for now, he's happy to be Paul Reubens ... But for now, he's happy to be Paul Reubens ... Paul Reubens strides onstage in a red power tie, black shoes, no product in his hair and a gray suit that fits so well it could be tailored. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Role Call: David Arquette On Courting Courteney, Ducking Brando Jan 24, 2007
I met Paul Reubens on that movie, and he's one of my great friends now ... "Directing a movie is super-complex. There are so many pressures. I still get anxiety about it. But I got to work with all my friends: Balthazar Getty, Lukas Haas, Thomas Jane, Paul Reubens.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Courteney Cox wallows in Dirt Jan 11, 2007
So far, Paul Reubens, a.k.a. Pee-wee Herman, and actor Vincent Gallo have dropped in. The bigger news: Cox's close friend Jennifer Aniston -- another Friends fixture who's certainly no stranger to the paparazzi's glare -- is likely to appear as herself. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
What's on for '07? Here's our annual early warning system Jan 8, 2007
In Scenes, Sam Hurwitt gets the lowdown on SF Sketchfest and chats with one of the participants in this year's festival: Paul Reubens, better known to many as Pee-wee Herman (Page 14). Also in the Pink this week: Delfin Vigil walks you through the 12th annual Berlin d film festival of German-language movies on Page 24; John Clark talks with Frank Capra Jr. about a new set of DVDs featuring his famous director dad's films (Speaking of DVDs, Page 26); and Mick LaSalle goes completely gaga over the... (San Francisco Chronicle)
