Grizz Chapman, best known for his role in sitcom 30 Rock, has passed away at the age of 52.
The actor’s representative, Syeda A. Brown, told TMZ that Grizz took his last breath on Friday, leaving his wife and two children devastated.
Meanwhile, Grizz’s cousin, Harlem Globetrotter Donte “Hammer” Harrison, also confirmed the actor’s death on social media.
As per Harlem, the actor died in his sleep “after years of fighting illness and dialysis.”
“Life gave my cousin Grizz Chapman some heavy battles, but he fought them with strength and dignity until the very end,” he penned.
“A lot of people knew him as the sitcom star from 30 Rock, but we knew the man behind the screen. A good heart, good energy, and somebody who made an impact in this life,” continued Harlem.
Concluding the note, Grizz’s cousin added, “I’m thankful we got time to reconnect 2 months before his passing. Rest easy, cousin. Your name and legacy will live on forever.”
For those unversed, Grizz rose to fame after starring in the NBC sitcom, 30 Rock.
He also appeared in several other films and shows, including The Good Fight, Blue Bloods, and The Blacklist.
