‘Pulp Fiction’ and ‘The Mask’ Actor Peter Greene Dies at 60

Peter Greene, the character actor best known for his villainous roles in Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction and The Mask, died on December 12, 2025, at the age of 60. The New York City Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed his death was accidental.

Accidental Gunshot Wound

According to the Medical Examiner, Greene died from a gunshot wound to the left armpit, which injured the brachial artery and caused extensive bleeding Fox 4 News. The manner of death was ruled an accident USA Today.

Discovery and Initial Reports

Greene was found dead in his apartment in New York City’s Lower East Side after a wellness check was requested when music had been playing continuously for over 24 hours USA Today. His manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed the death to NBC News and The New York Times on December 13, 2025.

A Career Defined by Villains

Greene gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Zed, a brutal security guard and serial killer, in Pulp Fiction (1994). He simultaneously captivated audiences as Dorian, another villain, in The Mask, alongside Jim Carrey and Cameron Diaz Fox 4 News. His career spanned nearly 35 years, encompassing almost 100 film and television projects silive.com.

Tributes from Colleagues

Greene’s manager, Gregg Edwards, described him as “truly one of the great actors of our generation,” adding, “His heart was as big as there was. I’m going to miss him. He was a great friend” Fox 4 News. Edwards also noted Greene’s dedication to raising awareness about the impact of USAID dismantling USA Today.

Additional Credits

Beyond his iconic roles, Greene appeared in films such as The Usual Suspects (1995) and Training Day (2001) silive.com. His television credits include appearances in Hawaii Five-0, Life on Mars, and Chicago P.D. He also had a posthumous role in the upcoming drama Clika silive.com.