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I've been super lucky in that I've either been in or helped create situations where I do what I want. I'm super lucky. I get to do what I want and create art and make people laugh, and it's really fun.

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Paul Reubens
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: August 27
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New York City
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Pee-wee Herman
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