United Kingdom, Feb. 22 -- Actress Lynne Marie Stewart has died aged 78.

Best known for her roles in 'Pee-wee's Playhouse' and 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia', she passed away on Saturday (22.02.25), with her death confirmed by her longtime friend and fellow actress Cassandra Peterson.

The 72-year-old said in a tribute on Instagram Lynne was "one of the kindest, sweetest, funniest women who ever lived".

She added: "The iconic Miss Yvonne of 'Pee-wee's Playhouse': She'll always be 'the most beautiful woman in Puppetland'."

Fans and colleagues also took to social media to express their condolences, with messages such as: "So sorry to hear, sending prayers for peace" and "The most beautiful woman in Puppetland - we love you forever."...