Hollywood is mourning the loss of Peter Greene, the unforgettable actor known for his iconic roles in Quentin Tarantino classics Pulp Fiction and The Mask. The 60-year-old star was found unresponsive inside his Lower East Side apartment in New York City on Friday afternoon, December 12, sending shockwaves through the film world.
Greene’s longtime manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed the heartbreaking news to The New York Post. Authorities revealed that emergency responders were called to the apartment at approximately 3:25 p.m., where the actor was found unconscious and later pronounced at the scene.
The cause of his passing has not yet been determined by the medical examiner. Police have stated that they are not ruling out suspicious circumstances as the investigation continues.
“He was truly one of the greatest actors of our generation,” Edwards said. “His heart was enormous. He was kind, generous, and an incredible friend. He will be deeply missed.”
Sources close to the situation disclosed that music had been heard playing inside Greene’s apartment for more than 24 hours, prompting neighbors to request a wellness check — a detail that has only deepened the mystery surrounding his final hours.
The New York Daily News was the first to report the tragic development.
Despite his tough on-screen persona, Greene was preparing for a major comeback. He had been set to begin filming in January alongside Mickey Rourke in an independent thriller titled Mascots, making the news even more devastating for fans and colleagues alike.
According to Edwards, when he shared the emotional news with the film’s writer and director, Kerry Mondragon, the filmmaker was left in tears.
A towering talent with an even bigger heart, Peter Greene leaves behind a legacy that will not be forgotten.