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Grizz Chapman, the 7-foot-tall actor who played Grizz on 30 Rock, died in his sleep at 52 after years of illness and dialysis. He battled kidney disease, spent years in dialysis during filming, and received a kidney transplant in 2010. He is survived by his wife, Diana, and their two children, with tributes from costars highlighting his warmth and humor.
Grizz Chapman, best known for playing Grizz Griswold, the bodyguard on NBC's 30 Rock, has died at 52, confirmed by co-star Kevin Brown. Chapman also appeared in The Cobbler and other TV/film roles; he had kidney disease and underwent a kidney transplant in 2010. Born April 16, 1974 in New York City, the seven-foot actor was survived by his wife and two children; no cause of death has been announced.
Grizz Chapman, the actor who played Tracy Morgan’s bodyguard on NBC’s 30 Rock, died at 52 after a battle with illness and dialysis; a kidney transplant recipient and former National Kidney Foundation spokesperson, he was known for his on-screen work alongside Morgan’s character and for his collaboration with Kevin Brown’s Dot Com; he is survived by his wife and two children. His passing was announced by cousin Donte Harrison.
Grizz Chapman, best known as Grizz on 30 Rock, died at 52. He battled kidney disease, underwent dialysis while awaiting a transplant, and later received a donated kidney; he also appeared on The Good Fight, The Blacklist, and Blue Bloods.
Grizz Chapman, best known for portraying Grizz on NBC's 30 Rock, died at 52. Born in Brooklyn in 1974 and standing seven feet tall, he was discovered by Tracy Morgan and cast as one of Morgan’s confidants on the show, which ran from 2006 to 2013. Chapman also appeared in Blue Bloods, The Blacklist, and The Good Fight, and he was a kidney-disease advocate who had previously battled illness; the cause of death was not disclosed in the report.
Grizz Chapman, the actor who played Grizz on 30 Rock, died in his sleep on May 22, 2026, at age 52 after years of illness and dialysis. He had a kidney transplant in 2010 and later became a spokesperson for the National Kidney Foundation. He is survived by his wife and two children; his passing was announced by his cousin Donte Harrison.
Deadline reports NBC’s 2026-27 slate includes two new private-detective dramas, The Rockford Files and Sunset P.I., launching in early 2027, mirroring NBC’s 2006 pairing of 30 Rock and Studio 60. The piece highlights similarities in premise, title structure, and behind‑the‑scenes dynamics, while NBC executives stress the new shows will have distinct tones. A broader PI-show trend is noted with titles like The Man on the Inside and RJ Decker in development. Past lessons linger: 30 Rock endured seven seasons, Studio 60 lasted one, underscoring the industry’s uncertainty about longevity for the new projects.
Daniel Radcliffe talks to ComicBook.com about his NBC comedy The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, a 30 Rock–style series co-created by Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and Sam Means that pairs him with Tracy Morgan as they try to redeem themselves through a documentary. He emphasizes the show’s live‑comedy influences, his willingness to physical humor, and the dynamic with Morgan. Radcliffe also debunks fan chatter about replacing Wolverine, says he’d consider superhero roles if the script fits, and notes that the Harry Potter franchise helped fund his autonomy, with a forthcoming Harry Potter TV series bringing a new cast into the wizarding world.
Tracy Morgan's new NBC sitcom, The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, features several nods to 30 Rock, including a reference to Donaghy Estates champagne, creating a shared universe with the earlier show. The series, created by Robert Carlock and Tina Fey, follows a disgraced NFL player trying to redeem himself, and is set to premiere in February 2026.
The new season of Girls5Eva, a comedy series produced by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, is now streaming on Netflix. The show follows a former girl group in their 40s as they attempt to reclaim stardom after one of their songs gets sampled by a famous rapper. With rapid-fire jokes and catchy songs, Girls5Eva offers a playful and hilarious take on show business, reminiscent of 30 Rock. While the new season may occasionally lose focus in its six episodes, the show's abundance of heart and humor makes it a great choice for filling the half-hour comedy void.
The third season of "Girls5eva" on Netflix, produced by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, is being hailed as the funniest show since "30 Rock." The series follows an aughts-era girl group attempting to revive their career, and the latest season is described as the most consistently funny yet. With rapid-fire punchlines and clever background gags, the show's core cast shines as they navigate unexpected trouble and absurd hijinks, drawing in viewers with its wit and humor.
Tina Fey discusses her favorite new jokes in the "Mean Girls" movie musical, including a hilarious homage to "iCarly" and a gag about her character, Ms. Norbury, being married to Principal Duvall. She also reflects on the uncanny parallels between real life and her show "30 Rock," citing instances where real events mirrored absurd plotlines from the comedy series.
Elton John achieved EGOT status after winning an Emmy Award for his concert film, becoming the 19th person to earn the title. The term EGOT stands for winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. The concept was popularized by the TV show 30 Rock, and Elton John's achievement adds him to a distinguished list of actors, singers, composers, directors, and producers. Other potential EGOT winners include Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hugh Jackman, Al Pacino, and more.
Donald Glover revealed in a recent interview that Tina Fey told him his hiring as a writer for 30 Rock was a "diversity thing." Despite imposter syndrome and stress dreams, Glover went on to create, write, produce, direct, and star in the award-winning TV series Atlanta, co-create the new series Swarm, and become an icon in the music industry under the name Childish Gambino.
Donald Glover revealed in a GQ profile that Tina Fey told him he was a "diversity" hire when he was hired as a writer for "30 Rock" in 2006 as part of NBC's diversity initiative. Despite knowing he was hired due to budgetary reasons, Tracey Morgan, who starred on the sitcom, said Glover exhibited his talent and worthiness of being on the writing staff. Fey has also admitted in the past that Glover was hired because he's Black, but argued his contribution to providing diversity to the writer's room was not based on his race.