‘30 Rock’ actor Grizz Chapman battled health issues, was ‘struggling to stay alive’ before tragic death
Grizz Chapman, known for his role in '30 Rock', passed away at the age of 52 after battling various health issues. His manager revealed that he was struggling to stay alive and needed another kidney transplant. Chapman's death has left his family devastated, and his cousin shared that he fought his illnesses with strength and dignity.
- ▪Grizz Chapman battled health issues prior to his death.
- ▪He needed another kidney transplant, which was complicated by his height.
- ▪Chapman is survived by his wife and two children, who are devastated by his passing.
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Celebrity News ‘30 Rock’ actor Grizz Chapman battled health issues, was ‘struggling to stay alive’ before tragic death By Audrey Rock Published May 23, 2026, 2:30 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google “30 Rock” actor Grizz Chapman battled health issues prior to his death at age 52. The actor was “just struggling to stay alive” while facing various medical conditions, his manager Renee Glicker told TMZ on Saturday. Glicker told the outlet that Chapman needed another kidney transplant after undergoing one back in 2010 — but due to his seven foot height, locating a match was challenging.
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