Grizz Chapman, Actor Known for His Role on ’30 Rock,’ Dies at 52
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Grizz Chapman, best known for his role as Grizz on NBC’s “30 Rock,” died at age 52 after battling kidney disease and undergoing dialysis.
- His cousin, Harlem Globetrotter Donte Harrison, confirmed Chapman died in his sleep following years of illness.
- Chapman’s breakout role was as a member of Tracy Morgan’s entourage on “30 Rock,” a role he secured through hard work and a friendship with Morgan.
- Despite severe kidney disease, Chapman continued acting and received a kidney transplant in 2010 from a fan, Ryan Perkins, which greatly improved his quality of life.
- Before acting, Chapman worked as a bodyguard and appeared in a national commercial with Brett Favre, which inspired him to pursue acting seriously.