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John Dixon Paragon (December 9, 1954 – April 3, 2021) was an American actor, writer and director. He was best known for his work on the television series Pee-wee's Playhouse, where he portrayed Jambi the Genie and voiced Pterri the Pterodactyl.
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Jun 23, 2021 · John Paragon was known for playing Jambi the Genie, but friends Paul Reubens and Cassandra Peterson say he was essential to creating Pee-wee Herman and Elvira.
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Jun 19, 2021 · John Paragon, a writer and director for Disney's Living Character Initiatives, has passed away at 66. Paragon was involved in bringing numerous characters to life, including Lucky the Dinosaur, Muppet Mobile Labs, and WALL-E. He also worked on Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor. Photo: Getty Images Tw
Jun 18, 2021 · John Paragon, best known for his role as Jambi the Genie on the television series “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” has died. He was 66.
Aug 24, 2021 · John Paragon, the actor, director, and writer who played Jambi the Genie on Paul Reubens' Saturday morning series that was beloved by kids and adults alike, died April 3 at the age of 66. His...
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Jun 18, 2021 · Actor John Paragon, who brought Jambi the Genie to life on the children’s series “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” has died at age 66.