Paul Reubens, 70
On July 30, Paul Reubens, famously remembered for playing Pee-wee Herman, passed away at the age of 70 following a hidden fight against cancer for six years. In a tribute posted after his death, he apologized for not disclosing his condition and thanked everyone for their love and appreciation of his art. “I have loved you all so much and enjoyed making art for you,” he wrote.