'30 Rock' star Grizz Chapman dies in his sleep at age 52
He starred as a bodyguard for Tracy Morgan's character on the series.
www.thestar.com.myChapman died at age 52, in his repose; relatives say he battled hypertension and kidney disease, a 2010 kidney transplant is noted in tributes. His breakthrough came from 30 Rock alongside Tracy Morgan, and he later appeared in several screen projects before his death. Relatives announced the news in May 2026 and coverage followed. Grizz Chapman was famed for portraying Grizz, the bodyguard on 30 Rock alongside Tracy Morgan's character.