Gilbert Lewis

Gilbert Lewis (April 6, 1936 – 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.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes1970 Cotton Comes to Harlem 1st Black Beret 1971 Who Killed Mary What's 'Er Name? Solomon the Cop 1971 The Pursuit of Happiness George Wilson 1972 Across 110th Street Shevvy 1972 Together for Days Big Bubba 1973 Gordon's War Spanish Harry 1989 Blaze Rev. Marquez 1992 Candyman Detective Frank Valento 1995 Don Juan DeMarco Judge Nyland