Actor Peter Greene, Known for Iconic Villain Roles, Dies at 60

Actor Peter Greene, known for iconic villain roles in "Pulp Fiction" and "The Mask," has died at 60. Found in his New York City apartment, the cause of death remains undisclosed.

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Actor Peter Greene, renowned for his iconic villain roles, particularly as Zed in "Pulp Fiction" and in "The Mask," has passed away at the age of 60.

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Greene was discovered dead in his New York City apartment after residents reported hearing continuous Christmas music for over 24 hours, prompting a wellness check.

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His death was confirmed by his manager to Fox News Digital and USA Today, though the specific cause of death has not been immediately released.

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Greene amassed nearly 100 acting credits, showcasing his talent in diverse roles, including headlining "Clean, Shaven" at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival.

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The character actor, praised for his villainous portrayals, was actively working on two new projects at the time of his passing, highlighting his ongoing career.

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Center-leaning sources cover the story neutrally, focusing on factual reporting of Peter Greene's death. They present key details like his age, manager's confirmation, and notable acting roles without editorial bias. The coverage includes attributed quotes from his manager, offering personal insights, but these are clearly source content, not framing by the sources.

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As of the reports confirming his death, the specific cause has not been released; authorities and Greene's representatives had not publicly disclosed a cause following his discovery in his New York City apartment.

Residents reported continuous Christmas music playing from Greene's apartment for more than 24 hours, which prompted a wellness check during which he was found deceased in his New York City apartment on December 12, 2025.

His death was confirmed to news outlets by his manager, who spoke with Fox News Digital and USA Today.

Greene was best known for villainous roles including Zed in Pulp Fiction and Dorian Tyrell in The Mask; he amassed nearly 100 acting credits and starred in the acclaimed film Clean, Shaven, which played at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival.

Reports indicate Greene was actively working on two new projects at the time of his passing, though specific project details were not provided in the initial reports.

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