Peter Greene, the character actor known for intense roles in films like Pulp Fiction and The Mask, died in New York City on Friday, December 12. He was 60.
Police found him unresponsive inside his Clinton Street apartment on Manhattan’s Lower East Side around 3:25 p.m. Medics pronounced him dead at the scene. Investigators have not released a cause of death, and the medical examiner will make the final determination. Officials also noted injuries, but they have not said what caused them. For now, authorities have not reported clear signs of foul play.
Friends say the news feels especially jarring because Greene still talked about the future. His former manager, Gregg Edwards, said Greene sounded upbeat earlier that week and showed no obvious signs of crisis. Another friend told reporters Greene had been making New Year’s Eve plans. He also reportedly prepared to begin work in January on an independent thriller called Mascots.
Greene built a career on memorable, high-stakes performances, often playing unpredictable men with sharp edges. Colleagues credited him with total commitment to the craft, even when the work asked a lot.
As his community waits for answers, many simply remember his talent—and the complicated humanity he brought to the screen. If you or someone you know is struggling, consider reaching out to local crisis support or a trusted professional.
