Gilbert Lewis | |
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Born |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
April 6, 1941
Died | May 7, 2015 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
(aged 74)
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1970–1995 |
Gilbert Lewis (April 6, 1941 – May 7, 2015) was an American actor who is best known for playing The King of Cartoons in the first season of the 1986 children's show, Pee-wee's Playhouse. Lewis played the King of Cartoons in thirteen episodes before being replaced by actor William Marshall. He also made guest appearances on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, General Hospital, and Alien Nation.