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Grizz Chapman
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Chapman at the 2009 SAG Awards
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| Born | April 16, 1974 New York City, U.S.
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| Died | May 22, 2026 (aged 52) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2006–2021 |
| Height | 6 ft 11 in (211 cm) |
| Spouse(s) |
Diana Chapman
(m. 2002) |
| Children | 2 |
Grizzwald "Grizz" Chapman (born April 16, 1974, died May 22, 2026) was an American actor. He was well-known for playing a character named Grizz on the popular TV show 30 Rock, which aired on NBC.
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Discovering Grizz Chapman
Grizz Chapman was an actor who brought laughter to many through his roles, especially on television. He was known for his friendly personality and memorable performances.
Early Career and TV Roles
Before becoming a TV star, Grizz Chapman had different jobs. Another actor from 30 Rock, Tracy Morgan, once shared that he met Chapman when Chapman worked as a bouncer.
Chapman and his fellow 30 Rock actor Kevin Brown also appeared on a home remodeling show called Hidden Potential on HGTV. This showed a different side of their lives outside of acting.
Health Challenges and Advocacy
In July 2010, Chapman received a kidney transplant. Before this, he had serious high blood pressure and needed dialysis treatments. Dialysis is a medical process that cleans the blood when a person's kidneys cannot do it properly.
Because of his experiences with kidney health, Chapman became a spokesperson for the National Kidney Foundation in March 2010. He worked to help teach people about high blood pressure and kidney disease. He even appeared on The Dr. Oz Show in 2009 to share important information and raise awareness.
Creative Projects and Later Life
Grizz Chapman was also creative off-screen. He made his own series of YouTube videos called "Grizz Chroniclez." These videos featured him in various fun and entertaining sketches.
In 2012, he was working on a new series called The Lair. This show was based on a comic book store that Chapman owned in the Bronx, showing his passion for comics.
Chapman lived near Washington, D.C. in Woodbridge, Virginia. On December 2, 2024, his home was badly damaged when a large truck crashed into it. Luckily, Chapman was not home at the time, but many of his belongings were ruined.
A Sad Farewell
Grizz Chapman passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 52. He is remembered for his acting, his advocacy for kidney health, and his creative spirit.
