Paul Reuben’s most famous creation was a hero for oddballs and outsiders.
for Joe’s birthday party.
The pair end up riding off into the sunset on Manganiello’s motorcyle.

(l-r) Joe Manganiello and Paul Reubens in ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’.Glen Wilson/Netflix/courtesy Everett Collection
And you’re welcome.
That’s what Pee-wee Herman ultimately stood for.
It’s hopefully what Paul Reubens will be best remembered for.

(l-r) Laurence Fishburne and Paul Reubens in ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’.John Kisch Archive/Getty

Grace Jones in ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse Christmas Special’.cbs