30 Rock's Grizz Chapman Dead at 52
Grizz Chapman, who appeared as a fan-favorite bodyguard on 30 Rock across the show's seven-season run, has died at the age of 52.
www.eonline.comHere are the latest publicly reported updates about Grizz Chapman.
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May 22, 2026: Reports confirm Grizz Chapman, the actor known for playing Grizz on 30 Rock, passed away at age 52. His death was announced by his longtime representative, with no official cause of death disclosed at the time. This news was carried by multiple outlets including Variety and other outlets noting he died in his sleep after years of health challenges.
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May 23–24, 2026: Additional outlets reported on his health history, including prior kidney-related health issues and dialysis, and that he had undergone a kidney transplant in 2010. Tributes flowed on social media from fans and colleagues.
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Context: Grizz Chapman rose to prominence on 30 Rock as one of Tracy Morgan’s bodyguards. Beyond the show, he appeared in other TV projects and supported health-awareness initiatives, notably around kidney disease.
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