‘Pulp Fiction’ Star Discovered Dead in NYC

Actor Peter Greene, known for his intense performances in films like Pulp Fiction and The Mask, was found dead in his Lower East Side apartment on Friday afternoon. He was 60 years old, and his longtime manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed the news to The Post.

Police and Edwards said Greene was discovered unresponsive in his Clinton Street apartment around 3:25 p.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities do not suspect foul play, but the official cause of death will be determined by the medical examiner.

Greene, who became famous in the 1990s for playing villainous roles, often brought a raw intensity to his characters.

His manager described him as a perfectionist who gave every role his full effort. “He was a terrific guy. Truly one of the great actors of our generation. His heart was as big as there was. I’m going to miss him. He was a great friend,” Edwards said.

Throughout his career, Greene appeared in notable films including Pulp Fiction, in which he played Zed, The Mask as mobster Dorian Tyrell, Clean, Shaven as Peter Winter, and The Usual Suspects as Redfoot. He also appeared in Judgment Night, Under Siege 2: Dark Territory, Training Day, and The Bounty Hunter, often portraying complex villains.

Greene had struggled with drug addiction in the 1990s, facing challenges with heroin and cocaine. In 2007, he was arrested for crack cocaine possession. Despite these struggles, Edwards said Greene overcame many of his personal battles.

At the time of his death, Greene was set to begin work on an independent thriller called Mascots with Mickey Rourke in January. Edwards said the movie’s director, Kerry Mondragón, was devastated upon hearing the news.

“He worked with so many amazing actors and directors,” Edwards said, noting that his performance as Dorian Tyrell in The Mask was arguably his best role. “He fought his demons but overcame them.”

Peter Greene’s career left a mark on Hollywood, particularly for his memorable portrayals of villains that audiences will not soon forget.

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