30 Rock's Grizz Needs New Kidney

Dr. Oz, Kevin Brown will help Grizzwald Chapman with hypertension
By Evann Gastaldo,  Newser Staff
Posted Dec 14, 2009 2:29 PM CST

Grizzwald Chapman, better known as Grizz on 30 Rock, needs a kidney transplant. The 378-pound actor discussed his health on The Dr. Oz Show, Popeater reports, telling the celebrity doc that his hypertension requires him to be on dialysis—and that he must lose at least 75 pounds before being eligible for the surgery. He's currently on a waiting list for a new organ. Kevin Brown, who plays fellow Tracy Jordan entourage member Dot Com, says he will help his co-star and friend lose weight, the New York Daily News adds.
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