Veteran actor Peter Greene died at the age of 60, whose body was found in his New York City apartment on Friday afternoon. Emergency services responded to a call at his Lower East Side residence on Clinton Street at around 3:25 p.m. There, officers found Greene unresponsive and pronounced him dead at the scene.
According to local reports, the circumstances surrounding the discovery were deeply distressing. A neighbour told local media that Greene was found lying face down on the floor, with visible blood and apparent facial injuries. First responders described the scene as troubling.
However, police later said they found no immediate evidence of foul play. Authorities have not yet released an official cause of death. The medical examiner will determine it following a full examination.
Investigators reportedly discovered a handwritten note near Greene’s body. The note read, “I’m still a Westie,” a phrase believed to reference an Irish-American gang that operated in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen during the 1970s. The meaning of the message remains unclear. Officials have not confirmed whether it has any direct link to Greene’s death.
This is what Peter Greene said in what may have been final phone call before shocking death https://t.co/AIbr3nE8KU pic.twitter.com/LBVOSquWg1
— New York Post (@nypost) December 13, 2025Peter Greene built a respected career portraying intense and often unsettling characters. He earned widespread recognition for his role as Zed in Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction. Despite limited screen time, the performance left a lasting impact on audiences.
Greene also starred as villain Dorian Tyrell in The Mask, further establishing his reputation as a powerful character actor. He was capable of delivering complex antagonists with depth and menace.
Greene’s longtime manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed his death and paid tribute to both his talent and character. Edwards described him as one of the great actors of his generation. He also said his generosity and loyalty matched his professional skills. He added that Greene was not only a client but also a close friend whose loss would be deeply felt.
The news came as a shock to colleagues and friends. This was especially true as Greene remained active in the industry. At the time of his death, he was preparing to resume filming on an independent thriller titled Mascots. He was set to appear alongside Mickey Rourke.
Outside of his acting career, Greene was a devoted father to his 16-year-old son, Ryder. As tributes continue to pour in, fans and peers remember him not only for his memorable performances but also for the passion, intensity and commitment he brought to his work and personal life.
