Grizz Chapman, ’30 Rock’ Star, Dies At 52
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- Hollywood & Entertainment Grizz Chapman, ’30 Rock’ Star, Dies At 52By Tim Lammers,
- LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 18: Actor Grizz Chapman attends the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 18, 2014 in Los Angeles, California.
- Grizz was a member of Tracy Jordan’s (Tracy Morgan) entourage as a bodyguard alongside Kevin Brown, who played Walter “Dotcom” Slattery.
Hollywood & Entertainment Grizz Chapman, ’30 Rock’ Star, Dies At 52By Tim Lammers,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow Author May 23, 2026, 01:43am EDTMay 23, 2026, 02:35am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary Grizz Chapman, the beloved actor known for his role as Warren "Grizz" Griswold on NBC's classic sitcom "30 Rock," has passed away at 52. His co-star Kevin Brown shared the news on Friday, May 22, 2026. Chapman's cousin, Donte "Hammer" Harrison, later confirmed he died peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with illness and dialysis. Born in Brooklyn in 1974, Chapman was a prominent figure in "30 Rock," appearing in 80 episodes across all seven seasons and contributing to the show's five Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Ensemble. Beyond his iconic role, he also featured in high-profile TV shows like "Blue Bloods," "The Black List," and "The Good Fight," leaving behind a significant screen legacy. He is survived by his wife and two children.
LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 18: Actor Grizz Chapman attends the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 18, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)FilmMagicGrizz Chapman, who starred as Warren “Grizz” Griswold on the classic NBC sitcom 30 Rock, has died.