Grizz Chapman, actor who played Grizz in 30 Rock, dies aged 52
Grizz Chapman, known for his role as Grizz on the comedy series 30 Rock, has passed away at the age of 52. His cousin confirmed that Chapman died in his sleep after battling health issues for many years. Chapman was a prominent figure in the show, appearing in 80 episodes and advocating for kidney health after his own struggles with kidney disease.
- ▪Grizz Chapman died at the age of 52 after years of health problems.
- ▪He was best known for his role as Grizz on the comedy series 30 Rock.
- ▪Chapman had been diagnosed with kidney disease and underwent dialysis treatments for a year while filming the show.
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- ▪ R.I.P. Grizz Chapman: ‘30 Rock’ Favorite Dead At 52 — Decider
- ▪ ’30 Rock’ actor Grizz Chapman dies, aged 52 — NME
- ▪ Grizz Chapman, ‘30 Rock’ and ‘The Cobbler’ Actor, Dies at 52 — The Hollywood Reporter
- ▪ Grizz Chapman, Actor Known for His Role on ’30 Rock,’ Dies at 52 — NYT — Arts
- ▪ Grizz Chapman, ’30 Rock’ Star, Dies At 52 — Forbes — Business
- ▪ Grizz Chapman Dies: ’30 Rock’ Actor Was 52 — Deadline
- ▪ ‘30 Rock’ star Grizz Chapman dead at 52 — Page Six
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Grizz Chapman, pictured in 2009. The 30 Rock actor has died aged 52. Photograph: NBC/NBCUniversal/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenGrizz Chapman, pictured in 2009. The 30 Rock actor has died aged 52. Photograph: NBC/NBCUniversal/Getty ImagesTelevisionGrizz Chapman, actor who played Grizz in 30 Rock, dies aged 52The actor, who played Tracy Jordan’s gentle bodyguard in 80 episodes of the beloved comedy, died in his sleep after years of health problemsSian CainSun 24 May 2026 21.13 EDTLast modified on Sun 24 May 2026 21.18 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGrizz Chapman, best known for his role as Grizz on the hit comedy 30 Rock, has died aged 52.His cousin, the Harlem Globetrotter Donte Harrison, confirmed Chapman’s death on social media on Saturday.No cause of death has been given…
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