Grizz Chapman, “30 Rock” Actor, Dies at 52
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Key Points:
- Grizz Chapman, best known for his role as Grizz on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, died on May 22 at the age of 52, according to his representative and TMZ.
- Chapman had been battling illness for years and was on dialysis; he passed away peacefully in his sleep, as confirmed by his cousin, Harlem Globetrotter Donte “Hammer” Harrison.
- Known for his role as Tracy Jordan’s bodyguard on 30 Rock, Chapman also appeared in TV shows like Blue Bloods, The Blacklist, and The Good Fight, and created a YouTube sketch series called Grizz Chroniclez.
- He is survived by his wife and two children, who are reported to be devastated by his passing.
- Friends and family remember Chapman for his good heart, positive energy, and lasting impact beyond his acting career.