The world of entertainment has been in mourning due to the loss of one of its iconic stars in the latter part of the previous week. Lynne Marie Stewart, the actress popular for her role as Miss Yvonne on the late ’80s to ’90s children’s show Pee-wee’s Playhouse recently passed away on Friday, February 21 at the age of 78.
Lynne Marie Stewart began her career in the 1970s, appearing in television shows like The Jeffersons and Barney Miller, but it was her collaboration with Paul Reubens, the creator and star of Pee-wee’s Playhouse, that cemented her place in pop culture history.
Bette Smith, Lynne Marie Stewart’s representative, announces her passing.
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In a statement to Fox News Digital, Bette Smith, her representative confirmed that the actress died on Friday. She explained that prior to her demise, Lynne Marie Stewart had just completed her work on the upcoming comedy movie, Dink as well as the 17th season of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
The rep also noted that the Bridesmaids actress’ demise occurred roughly two months after a tumor was found near her liver and gallbladder. Although no cause of death has been officially announced, Smith stated that just before her diagnosis, Lynne Marie Stewart had complained of exhaustion, which made her seek medical advice.
Movie industry colleagues pay tribute to Lynne Marie Stewart
Following the news of Lynne Marie Stewart’s demise, her colleagues have taken to social media to share heartfelt tributes to celebrate the humor and extraordinary talent displayed by the late actress while she was alive.
Her close friend and fellow actress, Cassandra “Elvira” Peterson, in an Instagram post on February 21, expressed her grief at the loss of her dear friend. Peterson described Lynne Stewart as one of the kindest, sweetest, and funniest individuals she had ever known. She also honored her character as Miss Yvonne on Pee-wee’s Playhouse, tagging her as “the most beautiful woman in Puppetland. Also, Jonathan Stark, who worked as a stage manager on the original Pee-Wee Herman Show, in a heartfelt Facebook post paid tribute to Stewart. He reflected on the profound loss of a dear friend, celebrating her as a remarkable person who left a lasting impact on the world.